Covid-19 has several symptoms, from cough and cold to shortness of breath and fever. While not all infectious people show these symptoms, there are symptoms such as loss of smell or taste and even many others that have tested negative and recovered. fatigue, joint pain, body pain, and more.
Explaining, Dr Trupti Gilada, Infectious Disease Specialist at Masina Hospital, describes this phenomenon as “post-Covid syndrome or long-delayed Covid syndrome”. “While various aspects of the syndrome have yet to be fully understood, what is clear is that the syndrome has major adverse effects on a person’s quality of life, affecting family and family life. social as a result of work as well, ”she tells indianexpress.com.
Below, she shares what it can do if they experience the lingering symptoms of Covid-19.
Aiming at rehabilitation
If you have any previous illnesses and are showing symptoms of Covid-19, visit your doctor to make sure you are doing well and also to understand what additional steps you need to take. take. “For those with diabetes, your HbA1C values should be 6.5mg / dL or lower with proper diet, exercise and medication. A balanced nutritional diet, good hydration, and regular physical exercise are essential even for healthy and young people to reduce the risk of post-covid’s syndrome, ”says the doctor.
Be aware that the virus may infect you again, even after a negative test. This way, you will keep a close eye on your symptoms
Don’t panic
If your symptoms aren’t going down by any chance – don’t worry. If you keep symptoms even weeks after you first became ill, talk to your doctor and plan treatment accordingly.
Allow yourself to relax
Your body has just been fighting a virus, it needs time to get over it. “Give yourself a few days to get back to normal instead of kicking back in a hurry. Don’t be reluctant to ask for help when needed, ”the doctor shares.
For those who like to work out, it is best to start with intense exercises, while at the same time monitoring heart rate, pulse level, and blood pressure. “Increases in exercise should be based on a person’s symptoms and these parameters,” says Dr. Gilada.
Do not pay attention to symptoms
When you feel that something is not right, talk to your doctor for a thorough evaluation. “For example, a chest CT scan of the chest or lung function may be required for persistent shortness of breath. A recovery plan often includes physical therapy and counseling with or without medication, ”says the doctor.
While there is medication to relieve certain symptoms such as joint pain or headache, there is no specific treatment for loss of smell / taste. “For them, all they need is peace of mind and patience. Don’t fall for false claims, ”said Dr Gilada.
Don’t self-medicate, it can do more harm than good.
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