Long COVID: Symptoms and Treatment

Introduction

The article discusses long COVID, a condition where symptoms of COVID-19 persist for more than 12 weeks after the infection. It affects both adults and children.

Symptoms

Post COVID-19 condition affects everyone differently, and there have been reports of over 100 symptoms. The most common symptoms in adults are:

Fatigue
Trouble sleeping
Shortness of breath
General pain and discomfort
Cognitive problems, such as memory loss and difficulty thinking or concentrating
Mental health symptoms, such as anxiety and depression

The most common symptoms in children include:

Fatigue
Headaches
Abdominal pain
Sleep problems
Shortness of breath
Cognitive problems, such as lack of concentration and difficulty thinking or concentrating
Muscle aches and joint pains

Treatment

There are currently no diagnostic tests or treatments for post COVID-19 condition. However, your healthcare provider may recommend or prescribe medications to support your recovery, such as:

Antidepressants or other medications to cope with anxiety
Blood thinners
Cardiac medications
Cough suppressants or expectorants for a long-lasting cough
Pain medications
Steroids

Conclusion

If you think you have long COVID, talk to your healthcare provider about how to manage your symptoms. Some provinces have opened clinics that provide care to people with post COVID-19 condition ¹.