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I'm sorry to hear you'xperiencing long-term effects from COVID-19. You're definitely not alone. Many people are struggling with various long-term symptoms, even after recovering from the initial infection.
Here's some information that might be helpful:
- Prevalence: Estimates suggest that 10-30% of people who contract COVID-19 experience long-term effects. Some sources even suggest higher numbers.
- Symptoms: Long-term effects, also known as long COVID or post-COVID conditions, can manifest in various ways. Common symptoms include fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog, muscle aches, loss of smell or taste, and mental health issues like anxiety and depression. The specific symptoms and their severity vary greatly from person to person.
- Support: There's a growing community of people dealing with long COVID. You can find online forums, support groups, and resources dedicated to sharing experiences, coping strategies, and information. Some helpful resources include:
- National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS): https://covid19.nih.gov/covid-19-topics/long-covid
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/clinical-care/post-covid-conditions.html
- Long COVID SOS: https://www.longcovidsos.org/
- Seeking medical help: It's important to talk to your doctor about your long-term COVID symptoms. They can help you manage your symptoms, rule out other potential causes, and connect you with relevant specialists if needed.
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