COVID-19 Long-Haulers

In the US, over 25 million people have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and the number continues to rise. For many symptoms typically subside within 3-4 weeks. However, for an estimated 10% of those infected with COVID-19, symptoms are lasting months, giving them the name COVID-19 long-haulers. These people have theoretically recovered from the virus, and are no longer contagious or spreading the virus but are still dealing with unwanted and sometimes debilitating symptoms. As many have seen and know, symptoms of COVID-19 vary from person-to-person and that is exactly what we are seeing with long-hauler symptoms. Sometimes long-hauler symptoms are completely different than the symptoms they experienced when they were first infected, and for some the same symptoms will linger.

Some of the common symptoms that COVID-19 long-haulers are experiencing are: 

• Fatigue (sometimes debilating fatigue)
• Loss of taste and smell
• Joint pains
• Body aches
• Brain fog 
• Headaches
• Difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, confusion
• Shortness of breath 
• Coughing
• Difficulty sleeping 

Both Dr. Pamela Santapaola and Dr. Giovanni Nelson are here to help support long-haulers in a holistic and natural manner. They utilize their expertise in vitamin/mineral/herbal supplementation, acupuncture, and physical medicine to best address your condition and reduce pain. 

Our office accepts most health insurances. For a detailed list please visit our website at www.thehealingduo.com.

We are now accepting telemedicine appointments. 

Important Disclaimer: The information provided on this site is intended for your general knowledge only; it is NOT meant to substitute professional medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should NOT use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem/disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider.

Author

Dr. Pamela Santapaola Dr. Pamela Santapaola (AKA Dr. Pam) is a licensed naturopathic physician in the state of Connecticut and co-owner of Healing Duo Integrative Family Medical Practice. Dr. Pam has a passion for educating, whether it be through her writings or in her office in a one-to-one setting. She is an advocate of making small lifestyle changes that can make a big impact in the future. Her goal is to enlighten individuals about holistic medicine and empower them to make the changes necessary to live a healthier life. As her saying goes, "It’s time for you to start feeling like your best self.”