The 14 most common long Covid symptoms
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF YOU HAVE CONCERNS
CORONAVIRUS can cause symptoms lasting weeks - or even months - after the initial infection has passed.
This is called post-Covid-19 syndrome but is more commonly known as “long Covid”.
An NHS statement reads: “How long it takes to recover from Covid19 is different for everybody.
“Many people feel better in a few days or weeks and most will make a full recovery within 12 weeks. “But for some people, symptoms can last longer.”
The chances of having “long Covid” does not appear to be liked to how ill you are when you first contract Covid-19.
This means people who have mild symptoms after the initial infection can still have long-term problems. The most common “long Covid” symptoms include:
■ extreme tiredness (fatigue)
■ shortness of breath
■ chest pain or tightness
■ problems with memory and concentration (“brain fog”)
■ difficulty sleeping (insomnia)
■ heart palpitations
■ dizziness
■ pins and needles
■ joint pain
■ depression and anxiety
■ tinnitus, earaches
■ feeling sick, diarrhoea, stomach aches, loss of appetite
■ a high temperature, cough, headaches, sore throat, changes to sense of smell or taste
■ Rashes
If you are concerned about “long Covid” symptoms, contact your doctor for either a blood test, chest X-ray or for a simply blood pressure and heart rate check.
The NHS statement continues: “Your doctor will talk to you about
the care and support you might need.
“You may be given advice about how to manage and monitor your symptoms at home.
“If the symptoms are having a big impact on your life, you may be referred to a specialist rehabilitation service or a service that specialises in the specific symptoms you have. “These services can help manage your symptoms and help you recover.”