For many people, particularly following vaccination, infection with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, resolves within a few days. But for others, it results in long COVID, a variety of often debilitating symptoms that persist for weeks, months or even years. Why this happens in some is unclear, and there are currently no effective treatments. Some experts believe diet could be key to symptom management. What is the evidence for this?
Researchers describe
It can result in a
- tiredness or fatigue that interferes with daily life
- fever
- difficulty breathing, cough or shortness of breath
- chest pain and heart palpitations
- difficulty thinking or concentrating, also referred to as “brain fog”
- headache
- sleep problems
- dizziness when standing up
- pins-and-needles feelings in limbs
- change in smell or taste
- depression or anxiety
- diarrhea
- stomach pain
- joint or muscle pain
- skin rashes
- changes in menstrual cycles.
Why some people develop long COVID is not entirely clear, but factors that
Studies have shown that vaccination and early
So what might be some of the underlying mechanisms in long COVID, and could achievable interventions, such as following a specific diet, help manage its symptoms. Medical News Today looked at the existing evidence, and spoke to experts to find out more.
Dr. Adupa Rao, a…
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