Identify 5 dangerous post-Covid-19 symptoms that need urgent examination

Ministry of Health 1242/QD-BYT issued Decision No. 1242/QD-BYT “Guidelines for Rehabilitation and Self-Care for Related Diseases After Covid-19 Infection” (Guidelines).

Shortness of breath after being infected with Covid-19 can be caused by damage to the lungs and heart, but it can also be due to muscle weakness TN

According to the guidelines, people with Covid-19 while recovering should immediately contact medical staff if any of the following dangerous symptoms appear:

Shortness of breath with light activity and which does not improve with any position that reduces dyspnea such as lying on your stomach, lying on your side, standing or sitting with your head bowed, standing with your back against a wall, etc. .

There is a change in dyspnea at rest that does not get better with movement techniques and light exercise.

Feeling chest pain, heart palpitations or dizziness when in certain positions or during procedures practicephysical activity.

Worsening confusion or finding it difficult to speak or understand speech.

Noticed changes in sensation and movement in the face, arms, or legs, especially on one side of the body, and/or worsening anxiety or mood, thoughts of harming yourself Dear.

Regarding the cause of shortness of breath after being infected with Covid-19, which is a condition many people encounter, it is caused by damage to the lungs, heart or muscle weakness. This shortness of breath usually occurs during strenuous activity.

To overcome, experts note, when shortness of breath occurs, it is necessary to calm down, stop strenuous activities, choose an appropriate posture to reduce shortness of breath, practice diaphragmatic breathing and rhythmic breathing: inhale before performing. During strenuous activity, exhale during strenuous activity.

However, when there is no improvement, it is necessary to visit a medical facility for an accurate diagnosis and treatmentRehabilitation.