The researchers reported that a child with epilepsy developed encephalopathy after an asymptomatic COVID-19 infection, confirmed by clinical and laboratory assessments showing post-COVID19 effects.
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January 2024 in “Cadernos de Saúde Pública” This study observed that a significant number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients in Mato Grosso State, Brazil, experienced persistent symptoms like fatigue, memory problems, and hair loss 6 and 12 months after discharge, with higher prevalence among older, lower-income patients and those with pre-existing conditions.
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February 2022 in “Epidemiologia” This study reported that about one-third of post-COVID-19 patients experienced long-term symptoms, with women, older individuals, smokers, and those with specific blood groups at higher risk for complications.
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May 2023 in “Frontiers in Public Health” In this study, 76% of hospitalized COVID-19 patients experienced post-COVID-19 syndrome with symptoms like difficulty concentrating and fatigue lasting around 150 days, significantly impacting their quality of life through increased pain, discomfort, and anxiety.
In this observational study, researchers found that post-COVID-19 patients with telogen effluvium experienced varying hair loss and quality of life impacts, but no clear link was observed between this hair loss and vitamin D levels or quality of life.