Dr Wig said, "We studied for various symptoms, persisting or new-onset, after recovery from acute illness. Around 40% of patients had symptoms in the first month, 22% had symptoms between 1-3 months, whereas only 10% had symptoms beyond 3 months of symptoms onset." Severe COVID and patients with hypothyroidism were more likely to have these symptoms," Dr Wig added. These can range from respiratory symptoms to wide-ranging psychological and multisystem related symptoms," said Dr Neeraj Nischal, Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, AIIMS. In patients recovering from COVID, tele-consultations or physical consultations with a local doctor are recommended for 3-6 months," Dr Wig said.

Source: Mint July 04, 2021 14:26 UTC