How to overcome post-COVID-19 fatigue without medication

Common fatigue can be relieved with adequate rest. But for some people who have been infected with COVID-19, they are still exhausted, despite spending more time sleeping and resting.

Some people are physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausted. They found the muscles to wear out, whether they were moving or not, walking felt like running a marathon.

Post-COVID-19 syndrome

A review of 21 studies found that 13 to 33% of patients COVID-19 fatigue 4-5 months after symptoms appear. This is a worryingly common problem.

Symptoms that you should be especially concerned about include fever, unexplained weight loss, unusual bleeding or bruising, pain (anywhere) that keeps you awake, night sweats.

If fatigue gets worse, you should see a doctor.

Early in the pandemic, some patients had debilitating symptoms that lasted for months. Fatigue is the most common presentation, present in 85% of cases of the post-COVID-19 syndrome. They also have headaches, muscle aches, brain fog (memory loss, loss of concentration…).

Before COVID-19, doctors noted chronic fatigue syndrome, which often occurs after viral infections. Patients also experience fatigue, brain fog, and muscle pain.

Treatment

You or a loved one may experience fatigue after testing negative for SARS-CoV-2 whether or not you had symptoms during the positive period.

Vaccines helps reduce the risk of post-COVID-19 fatigue by reducing the likelihood of infection in the first place. People who are vaccinated with COVID-19 have less weakness during and after the illness.

However, vaccination does not provide 100% protection and many people who have received 2-3 doses of the vaccine still experience prolonged fatigue.

In addition, you try to apply some solutions to quickly recover:

Adjust the intensity of work: Return to normal activities that are appropriate for your energy levels. Set priorities, focus on what you can do.

Exercise again: Being active helps you recover, but you may need some exercise-specific support to avoid overdoing it afterward.

Prioritize sleep: Remind yourself that while you sleep, your body conserves energy and recovers. Getting enough sleep, on time, and resting when you feel tired, is important.

Eat a variety of nutritious foods: Loss of smell, taste, and cravings due to COVID-19 can make eating difficult. However, try to see food as a way of providing energy and micronutrients nutrition necessary for the body to heal.

Track Your Fatigue: Log health to improve gradually. You will have strong days and weak days, but overall, there should be a suitable slow trajectory for recovery.