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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Long COVID | |||
| image = [[File:Similar_degrees_of_ME-CFS_and_long_Covid_symptoms.webp|250px]] | |||
| caption = Similar degrees of [[Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome|ME/CFS]] and Long COVID symptoms | |||
| field = [[Infectious disease]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fatigue (medical)|Fatigue]], [[dyspnea]], [[cognitive dysfunction]], [[chest pain]], [[joint pain]], [[headache]], [[sleep disturbances]], [[anxiety]], [[depression (mood)|depression]] | |||
| complications = [[Organ damage]], [[chronic fatigue syndrome]], [[dysautonomia]], [[postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome]] | |||
| onset = Typically within 3 months of [[acute COVID-19]] infection | |||
| duration = Weeks to months, potentially longer | |||
| causes = [[SARS-CoV-2]] infection | |||
| risks = [[Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2|SARS-CoV-2]] infection, [[hospitalization]], [[comorbidities]] | |||
| diagnosis = Based on [[clinical history]] and [[symptomatology]] | |||
| differential = [[Chronic fatigue syndrome]], [[fibromyalgia]], [[depression (mood)|depression]], [[anxiety disorders]] | |||
| prevention = [[COVID-19 vaccination]], [[public health measures]] | |||
| treatment = [[Symptomatic treatment]], [[rehabilitation]], [[multidisciplinary care]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable; some recover fully, others have persistent symptoms | |||
| frequency = Estimated 10-30% of COVID-19 cases | |||
| deaths = Rare, but can contribute to [[mortality]] in severe cases | |||
}} | |||
'''Long COVID''' is a term used to describe the effects of [[COVID-19]] that continue for weeks or even months beyond the initial illness. The condition is also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC) or post-acute COVID-19 syndrome. | '''Long COVID''' is a term used to describe the effects of [[COVID-19]] that continue for weeks or even months beyond the initial illness. The condition is also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC) or post-acute COVID-19 syndrome. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of Long COVID can vary widely, but often include: | The symptoms of Long COVID can vary widely, but often include: | ||
* [[Fatigue]] | * [[Fatigue]] | ||
* [[Shortness of breath]] | * [[Shortness of breath]] | ||
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* [[Fever]] | * [[Fever]] | ||
* [[Dizziness]] on standing | * [[Dizziness]] on standing | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of Long COVID is not yet known. It is thought to be related to the body's immune response to the virus. Some people may have an ongoing immune response, which continues to cause symptoms even after the virus has been cleared from the body. | The exact cause of Long COVID is not yet known. It is thought to be related to the body's immune response to the virus. Some people may have an ongoing immune response, which continues to cause symptoms even after the virus has been cleared from the body. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for Long COVID is focused on managing symptoms. This may include: | Treatment for Long COVID is focused on managing symptoms. This may include: | ||
* [[Physical therapy]] or [[exercise]] to improve strength and endurance | * [[Physical therapy]] or [[exercise]] to improve strength and endurance | ||
* [[Medication]] to manage symptoms such as pain, fever, and cough | * [[Medication]] to manage symptoms such as pain, fever, and cough | ||
* [[Mental health]] support to manage symptoms such as depression and anxiety | * [[Mental health]] support to manage symptoms such as depression and anxiety | ||
* [[Sleep hygiene]] practices to improve sleep quality | * [[Sleep hygiene]] practices to improve sleep quality | ||
== Research == | == Research == | ||
Research into Long COVID is ongoing. Scientists are working to understand why some people have long-term symptoms, while others recover more quickly. They are also studying potential treatments and interventions to help those affected by Long COVID. | Research into Long COVID is ongoing. Scientists are working to understand why some people have long-term symptoms, while others recover more quickly. They are also studying potential treatments and interventions to help those affected by Long COVID. | ||
== Long COVID images == | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:Long-term effects of COVID-19.webp|Long-term effects of COVID-19 | |||
File:Long Covid possible causes.webp|Long COVID possible causes | |||
File:Center for Post-COVID Care.jpg|Center for Post-COVID Care | |||
File:Statista long covid.jpg|Statista long COVID | |||
</gallery> | |||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[COVID-19]] | * [[COVID-19]] | ||
* [[Post-viral syndrome]] | * [[Post-viral syndrome]] | ||
* [[Chronic fatigue syndrome]] | * [[Chronic fatigue syndrome]] | ||
[[Category:COVID-19]] | [[Category:COVID-19]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Viral diseases]] | [[Category:Viral diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 03:02, 6 April 2025
Editor-In-Chief: Prab R Tumpati, MD
Obesity, Sleep & Internal medicine
Founder, WikiMD Wellnesspedia &
W8MD medical weight loss NYC and sleep center NYC
| Long COVID | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Fatigue, dyspnea, cognitive dysfunction, chest pain, joint pain, headache, sleep disturbances, anxiety, depression |
| Complications | Organ damage, chronic fatigue syndrome, dysautonomia, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome |
| Onset | Typically within 3 months of acute COVID-19 infection |
| Duration | Weeks to months, potentially longer |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | SARS-CoV-2 infection |
| Risks | SARS-CoV-2 infection, hospitalization, comorbidities |
| Diagnosis | Based on clinical history and symptomatology |
| Differential diagnosis | Chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, depression, anxiety disorders |
| Prevention | COVID-19 vaccination, public health measures |
| Treatment | Symptomatic treatment, rehabilitation, multidisciplinary care |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable; some recover fully, others have persistent symptoms |
| Frequency | Estimated 10-30% of COVID-19 cases |
| Deaths | Rare, but can contribute to mortality in severe cases |
Long COVID is a term used to describe the effects of COVID-19 that continue for weeks or even months beyond the initial illness. The condition is also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC) or post-acute COVID-19 syndrome.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Long COVID can vary widely, but often include:
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
- Cough
- Joint pain
- Chest pain
- Memory, concentration, or sleep problems
- Muscle pain or headache
- Fast or pounding heartbeat
- Loss of smell or taste
- Depression or anxiety
- Fever
- Dizziness on standing
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of Long COVID is not yet known. It is thought to be related to the body's immune response to the virus. Some people may have an ongoing immune response, which continues to cause symptoms even after the virus has been cleared from the body.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for Long COVID is focused on managing symptoms. This may include:
- Physical therapy or exercise to improve strength and endurance
- Medication to manage symptoms such as pain, fever, and cough
- Mental health support to manage symptoms such as depression and anxiety
- Sleep hygiene practices to improve sleep quality
Research[edit]
Research into Long COVID is ongoing. Scientists are working to understand why some people have long-term symptoms, while others recover more quickly. They are also studying potential treatments and interventions to help those affected by Long COVID.
Long COVID images[edit]
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Long-term effects of COVID-19 -
Long COVID possible causes -
Center for Post-COVID Care -
Statista long COVID
