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Symptoms of long COVID can be different for everyone.
The most common symptoms of long COVID include:
Other symptoms can include:
Some symptoms may get better or come and go. You can also get new symptoms you have not had before.
You may find your symptoms get worse if you're stressed or have been more active.
If a GP thinks you may have long COVID, they'll ask about your symptoms and how long you've had them.
You may also have tests, such as:
They may suggest that you keep a diary to monitor your symptoms and see what makes them better or worse.
They may also refer you for other tests to help diagnose and monitor your symptoms, such as an electrocardiogram (ECG) or an X-ray.
These tests may be done by a team of different specialists at a post-COVID syndrome service.
There's currently no cure for long COVID and the condition is still being researched. But there are treatments that can help ease your symptoms.
You'll be supported by a team of different healthcare professionals, who will look after your physical and mental health.
Your team will work with you to create a plan to help with your symptoms.
This may include:
If you have long COVID, there are things you can try to help ease your symptoms.
work with your specialists to set goals for your recovery
keep a diary to track what makes your symptoms better or worse (triggers)
get the details of who to contact if you're worried about your symptoms or need more help and support
talk to a GP and your employer if you're finding working difficult
try to go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day to help with tiredness and fatigue
get up and move around regularly or go for short walks if you can – but be careful when exercising and stop if you have any symptoms
use painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen if you have any muscle pain – ask a pharmacist for advice on what to take
eat a balanced diet
do not start exercising again before talking to a GP or specialist
How long it takes to recover from long COVID is different for everybody.
Some symptoms can improve quickly, while others last longer.
Treatment can help manage the symptoms of long COVID.
But you may have long-lasting symptoms that can affect your daily life, work and relationships for many years.
Long COVID can be a difficult condition to live with, both physically and emotionally.
As well as support from your doctors, you may find it helpful to get support from other people with long COVID, either at a local support group or online.
There are also national charities than can offer support and information about long COVID, such as Long COVID SOS and Asthma and Lung UK.
Information for anyone affected by long COVID.
Information and support for anyone with a lung condition.
