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@rebalancemassage

I had covid back in march. Since then, and to this day, after my smell and taste came back partially, I've been experiencing many weird and annoying symptoms.

First, I have a wierd "cogging" in my arms and vastus lateralis that happens on the eccentric. I've also lost 40% of my strength. I'm a powerlifter and have a max squat of 215 but I am struggling with 135. When I go down stairs, the leg with the weight shakes.

Second, although I am a 59 year old femaie, I've never had hot flashes but now whenever I strain at all, my body quickly overheats for about 10 seconds.

Like others though, I have trouble getting in enough air at times but have had my lungs listened to and were fine. I also get exhausted after a days work.

I am experimenting with different supplements and techniques. I take everyday a mixture of tumeric, black and ceyenne pepper, cinnamon, ginger with honey and lemon.
I also take vitamin D and magnesium and coQ10
I'm starting to do sprints to force my lungs to open up more.
I bought a nebulizer and mix 3 parts H2O2 with 1 part water and use once a day. I read it can kill viruses but my doctor has said the covid that's probably in my brain is already dead. Its a little creepy to say the least.

I wish I just knew what is causing these symptoms, how long will they last or will they ever go away.

-Christina

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Replies to "I had covid back in march. Since then, and to this day, after my smell and..."

Christina - I don't know where you are located, but in our metro, there are a number of post-Covid rehab centers and studies. My PT is running one that includes exercise, meditation, and brain stimulating activities. I don't have complete details, but I would think they are using nutrition and supplements as well.
Sue

Hello @rebalancemassage and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I am sorry to hear of your on-going COVID symptoms as it is surely difficult when you are used to such great health and physical performance. @sueinmn mentioned a great option for you to consider and it sounds like you are interested.

Will you please come back to keep us posted on your progress and what you might find out from Albany Med?