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🔍 Understanding Long COVID: A condition affecting 65 million globally, long COVID persists after recovering from the acute phase of COVID-19. It's not a singular disease but encompasses multiple subtypes, all triggered by the same virus. #LOngCOVID #Covid19
06:28 AM - Aug 18, 2023
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📉 Economic & Social Impact: Beyond health concerns, long COVID has forced over a million individuals out of the U.S. workforce. The broader societal implications are undeniable, leading to both personal and economic challenges. #EconomicImpact #PublicHealth
06:29 AM - Aug 18, 2023
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🦠 Viral Persistence & Dormant Infections: Some theories suggest the virus remains in the body, causing inflammation. Others believe dormant infections like Epstein-Barr might reactivate, contributing to long COVID symptoms. #ViralPersistence #HealthResearch
06:29 AM - Aug 18, 2023
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🩺 Gut Dysregulation, Microclots & Autoimmunity: Changes in the gut might lead to immune activation. Tiny blood vessel clots could cause inflammation. And, the virus might even trigger autoimmune conditions in some. #MedicalMysteries #LongCOVIDResearch
06:30 AM - Aug 18, 2023
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🔬 Direct Viral Damage & Immunologic Dysfunction: The virus might directly harm organs, and there could be lasting changes in immune cells and proteins. As research progresses, there's hope for better understanding and treatments. #ScienceProgress #HopeForHealing
06:30 AM - Aug 18, 2023
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