Thursday, 17 June 2021 | PNS | Dehradun
The experts of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Rishikesh have warned that the patients who have recovered from the infection of Covid-19 should not take post Covid fatigue and breathing problems lightly.
The Director of AIIMS Rishikesh, Dr Ravikant said that complaints of chronic fatigue syndrome and shortness of breath are being seen prominently in many people who have recovered from Covid-19. “Apart from this, there are complaints of difficulty in walking and chest pain. Such patients require rehabilitation,’’ he said.
The Nodal Officer, Covid-19, Dr R K Panda informed that on an average 10-12 post-Covid patients are being seen daily in the Covid Screening OPD of AIIMS. He said that most of these patients complain about shortness of breath, heart issues and diabetes.
“Such people should do regular breathing exercises and take a balanced and nutritious diet. If a person is short of breath after walking a few steps, they should consult a cardiologist and seek treatment,’’ he said.
He added that people with BP problems, uncontrolled sugar, kidney and heart related diseases are more at risk than post Covid illness. Such people should be in regular contact with the doctor. “The Corona virus causes a lot of damage to the muscles in infected persons. In these conditions, the body starts feeling weak. Patients with such symptoms should include high protein foods in their diet. This strengthens the muscles,’’ Dr Panda said.
