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Welcome, @leahodell. Yes, other members have mentioned similar heart-related issues like you. You'll notice that I moved your message and question to this existing discussion:
- Anyone experiencing post covid heart issues? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/post-covid-heart-issues/

I did this so you can connect with other members like @jlkdaggett @lenchiksf @rinadbq @ginalambiris @jbcobb2380 @mhugs @kirstenk2003 @kellyhart @richmocha. You may also be interested in this related discussion that @spinto02 started:
- Post-Covid Racing Heartbeat? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/covid-1/?

Leah, have you had your heart checked?

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Thank you. I am an UltraMarathon runner - I ran a 100 mile race in November, 2020, and a 50K trail race 2 weeks before contracting Covid. Now, 10 months later, I struggle to run more than 2 miles consecutively at a very modest, 12 minute pace.

I have had extensive workup, including echocardiograms and a Cardiac MRI. The Echos initially showed a 20% reduction in LV EF. My EKG's were also abnormal until just recently. After 12 weeks of restrictions (no exercise, caffeine or alcohol) my echo shows normal EF. The cardiac MRI was ordered due to continued symptoms, which revealed normal results. I did wear a 5 day Holter monitor during the early stages of my issues (1 1/2 months following positive test.)

While I have returned to (new)normal ADL's, exercising at least 4 days/week, I am concerned about the continued symptoms. I do not know how long I should overlook the chest pain and fear that, if untreated, I may be doing more damage.

My Cardiologist agrees I should not still be having these symptoms, but isn't sure what else to investigate. She suggested I participate in a Covid Long Haul clinic, but they are booked out pretty far and/or difficult to get into. I thought starting here would help; to learn what others have done and what they're experiencing.