Long COVID

If you’ve had COVID-19 but still have lingering symptoms (long COVID), turn to Rediscover Health in Simons Island, Georgia. Regenerative medicine specialist William Durrett, MD, and the team provide cutting-edge cellular repair infusions to minimize your symptoms and speed up recovery. Schedule an appointment by phone or request one online today to learn more. 

What is Long COVID?

Long COVID includes an array of conditions you encounter up to four weeks (or longer) after initially being infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the virus that causes COVID-19. When not treated, this condition can become debilitating, decreasing your ability to complete simple daily activities. 

Who is at risk of long COVID?

Anyone who has previously had COVID-19 is at risk of long COVID however, many people with mild or no symptoms experience long COVID. More than 200 symptoms have been identified with impacts on multiple organ systems. At least 65 million individuals worldwide are estimated to have long COVID, with cases increasing daily. 

Other risk factors include diabetes, obesity, asthma, other underlying medical conditions, and being aged 35-49. Long COVID occurs in 5-30% of people who contract COVID-19.

What are the symptoms of long COVID?

Symptoms associated with long COVID include:

• Weakness, brain fog, or fatigue
• Tremors
• Headaches
• Problems concentrating
• Pounding, rapid, or skipped heartbeats
• Dizziness when you stand up 
• Stomach pain or other gastrointestinal (GI) issues
• Symptoms that worsen after exercise
• Dry mouth or increased thirst
• Reduced sense of taste and/or smell
• Coughing
• Chest pain, pressure, or tightness
• Changes in sex drive
• Shortness of breath
• Hearing or vision issues
• Muscle, foot, back, or joint pain
• Sleep apnea or insomnia
• Hair loss
• Chills, sweats, or fevers
• Bladder issues
• Depression or anxiety
• Leg swelling
• Rashes or skin discoloration
• Changes in menstrual cycles in women
• Teeth issues
• Abnormal movements
• Vision Changes
• Changes in smell or taste

Long COVID can cause psychological, respiratory, cardiac, and neurological issues. It can negatively affect your brain, heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys. Your symptoms might last several weeks, months, or even years after being infected with the COVID-19 virus. 

Long COVID may turn debilitating, reducing your ability to return to work, exercise, and even complete simple everyday tasks. It increases the risk of kidney disease, diabetes, neurological conditions, heart disease, and other chronic conditions.

How can infusions treat long COVID?

Treating long COVID at Rediscover Health involves cellular repair infusions. 

Studies show that these therapies may inhibit lung damage, improve immune responses, reduce inflammation, and improve overall lung health in people with COVID-19. These therapies support the recovery from long COVID and reduce your risk of severe complications. 

Schedule a long COVID evaluation at Rediscover Health by phone or request one online today.