'Long Covid' is now a term recognized globally referring to the post-viral effects of infection. Long term effects may not compromise us all, however, many are reporting effects after the common symptoms have settled and advising of the re-igniting of old conditions, or new niggling or minor disturbances that were not noticeable prior to infection...
There is consistent data providing evidence of a variety of multi-system effects which can last for long periods of time for some people. If these symptoms persist for an extended duration there may be chronic implications on a person’s quality of life.
Long covid symptoms (unrelated to another pre-existing condition):
- Persistent fatigue
- Headaches
- Muscle weakness
- Brain fog
- Memory impairment
- Sleep disturbances
- Bowel habit changes
- Persistent cough
- Hoarse voice
- Body aches and pains
- Post exercise tiredness
- Mood alterations.
At McDowells’ herbal we take these symptoms seriously, both for ourselves and for others. The correlation of links between recent infection and symptom onset is noted and treatment aims to regain balance and function along with support to prevent further decline in health for the individual.
A study published in the Lancet, E-Clinical Medicine, found that sufferers of long COVID report more than 200 symptoms across ten organ systems and 91% of those studied exceeded 35 weeks (8 months) recovery time. This is the most extensive study available as of July 2021 (Davis HE et al, 2021 Apr 6, Available online SSRN 3820561)
Science is understanding more about post viral effects and how COVID is amplifying this, but what is not publicly made aware is the mounting evidence that modern medical interventions is not adequate for treating such effects and that there is clinical evidence advising of the need for a ‘multi-disciplinary approach’ to treatment of Long COVID.
The complexity of illnesses displayed in clinic across a range of body systems requires more than one approach to enable effective outcomes and restore health for the individual.
Herbal Medicine Approach
Herbal medicine is a powerful treatment that can provide multi-system support with broad ranging effects. This is mainly due to the synergistic combination of several herbs that contain active constituents to target specific areas of the body. You could say that herbs work well together as a team to support overall body function to enable effective and safe treatment.
Post Viral Support includes enhancing immune function and helping to strengthen innate immune system function against pathogenic organisms, stabilizing hormones (if identified as needed), reducing the inflammatory response that is now hyper-responsive, replenishing cellular nutrients, enhancing toxin clearance and reduce oxidative stress.
Are you suffering from any of the above symptoms following recent Covid infection? If you answered yes, please follow the link below and find out how we can assist you.
