Long Covid symptoms

Posted by denny58 @denny58, Nov 1 6:14pm

Any suggestions for managing symptoms of Long Covid or possible CFS chronic fatigue syndrome?
I am 67 year old female. Prior to having positive Covid last Christmas I occasionally experienced Chronic fatigue symptoms. Since Covid symptoms have worsened where I have extreme weakness, fatigue, body aches and am unable to get out of bed all day, like today. I also experience shortness of breath or inability to take a cleansing breath. I am also affected by sensory issues of noise and light, preferring shades drawn and quiet which is difficult at times when the train goes by near our home despite living in the country or our dog barking.
Thankfully I’m retired but nonetheless find it frustrating when I’m not able to get out of bed and take care of household chores or attend social events. Husband is somewhat supportive but not completely understanding when I have days like this, 1-2+ times/week.

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sanDGuy | @sandguy | Nov 9 11:19pm

When you say you occasionally experienced Chronic fatigue symptoms, how long did these bouts last, how long ago did they start, and approximately how many times did they occur?

suefish | @suefish | Nov 10 12:24am

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@colleenyoung @suefish thanks to you all for helping me get back to the “party.” Tough starting with new phone. ❤️

suefish | @suefish | Nov 10 12:26am

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@suefish help to all of you.

sanDGuy | @sandguy | Nov 10 8:54am

In reply to @sandguy "When you say you occasionally experienced Chronic fatigue symptoms, how long did these bouts last, how..." + (show)

(This is directed at Denny58, to the initial post of this subject/thread)

lkirnbauer | @lkirnbauer | Nov 10 9:19am

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