In 2024, wearing a mask while traveling evokes mixed reactions, from confusion to sympathy. The author, who has Long COVID, explains that masking is a protective measure against various illnesses in crowded spaces. Despite discomfort and odd assumptions, they prioritize health, humorously navigating societal perceptions of masked individuals.
Category: Daily Life with Long Covid
Advocating for Children with Long COVID: A Parent’s Guide
Long COVID impacts children significantly, presenting unique symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, and emotional changes. Parents face the challenge of advocating for their child's needs amidst dismissive healthcare responses. Awareness, detailed documentation, and collaboration with schools and communities are essential for securing proper medical care and educational support for affected children.
Navigating Christmas with Long COVID: Tips for Joy
Navigating Christmas with long COVID presents unique challenges, including fatigue and sensory overload. Balancing festive activities requires strategic planning, such as pacing tasks and prioritizing self-care. Embrace simplicity, establish boundaries, and cherish small joys while adapting holiday traditions to promote well-being. Ultimately, surviving the festive season becomes a significant personal achievement.
Why Are We Forgetting About COVID This Winter?
As winter brings seasonal festivities, COVID-19's presence fades from media attention, overshadowed by flu and RSV discussions. This shift reflects pandemic fatigue and a strategic choice by health officials to avoid controversy. Ignoring COVID risks undermines public health awareness, complicating healthcare systems and neglecting ongoing long COVID effects. Transparency is crucial for safety.
Winter Getaways for Long COVID: Explore Wisely
Winter retreats in the mountains can be challenging for those with mild Long COVID due to altitude and cold exacerbating symptoms. However, with careful planning and a focus on gentle activities like short walks or relaxing in cabins, individuals can enjoy the scenery while prioritizing their health and well-being.
Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM): A paced Relationship with My Body
Living with Long COVID and Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM) is characterized by unpredictable energy levels, making everyday tasks a challenge. The author details their fluctuating experience, balancing activity with the risk of exhaustion. They emphasize the importance of pacing, self-kindness, and recognizing small victories while adapting to this complex relationship with their body.
Living with Long COVID: Navigating a Forgotten Pandemic
Life feels like it’s split into two worlds these days. There’s the world of people who have “moved on” from COVID—living life as if the pandemic never happened—and then there’s ours: the world of people with long COVID, and other Chronic Illness, where every step forward feels like climbing Everest. For many of us, life … Continue reading Living with Long COVID: Navigating a Forgotten Pandemic
Common Nasal Problems in Long COVID Patients
Long COVID can significantly affect nasal functions, causing persistent congestion, loss, or distortion of smell, and sinus infections. Conditions like Mast Cell Activation Syndrome may exacerbate symptoms. Simple remedies include saline irrigation and humidifiers, while professional treatments like nasal endoscopy and olfactory training may help restore normal function.
Understanding Cognitive Decline in Long COVID Patients
Emerging research provides deeper insights into how long COVID affects the brain, particularly through persistent SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins and their inflammatory impacts. Here’s a look at the findings and their implications for long COVID sufferers: Persistent Spike Proteins and Brain Inflammation Recent studies have shown that SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins can remain in the brain's protective … Continue reading Understanding Cognitive Decline in Long COVID Patients
Long COVID: The Real, Invisible Challenge
Long COVID is a serious, physical condition that goes beyond ordinary fatigue, impacting daily life. It manifests as debilitating symptoms like extreme tiredness, brain fog, and unpredictable energy levels. Society's misunderstanding creates stigma, hindering support. Increased research, accessible treatments, and medical training are crucial for proper recognition and care for those affected.
Understanding the Benefits of Perching Stools for Chronic Illnesses
The author shares their unexpected journey with a perching stool, initially viewed with skepticism due to its unappealing design. However, it soon becomes a vital tool during their Long COVID recovery, providing comfort and stability, particularly for those with autonomic dysfunction. The stool proves functional, despite its lack of aesthetics.
Understanding Muscle Weakness in Long COVID
Long COVID significantly impacts muscle strength due to factors like damaged mitochondria, inadequate oxygen delivery, lactic acid buildup, and inflammation. Managing muscle weakness requires pacing activities, gentle physiotherapy, alternating hot and cold therapy, and potentially using supplements. Recovery is gradual and should prioritize body kindness and patience.
Homemade Electrolyte Drink for POTS Relief
The author shares their experience with long COVID and autonomic dysfunction, specifically POTS, which causes dizziness and fainting. They found electrolytes helpful for managing symptoms and offer a recipe for a homemade electrolyte drink. This drink aids hydration without added sugars, benefiting those with similar health conditions. Always consult a doctor before trying new remedies.
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