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Life Before and After Long COVID: Remy's Story Episode
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Summary
Remy, a long COVID survivor, shares her personal experience and how it has impacted her life. She was in the best shape of her life prior to COVID, but after catching it twice in 2021, she developed asthma and became disabled. Remy now experiences lung sensitivity, multiple chemical sensitivity, chronic urticaria, and various other symptoms. She is mostly bedbound and has had to make significant lifestyle changes. Remy discusses the challenges she faced in getting a proper diagnosis and treatment, as well as the impact of long COVID on her relationships. She emphasizes the importance of finding support and staying informed about the latest research.
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Takeaways
Long COVID can have a significant impact on a person's physical and mental health, as well as their relationships.
- Getting a proper diagnosis and treatment for long COVID can be challenging, and it may be necessary to seek out alternative or functional medicine approaches.
- Joining support groups and connecting with others who have long COVID can provide valuable support and information.
- Staying informed about the latest research and advocating for oneself can help improve quality of life for long COVID survivors.
- "Prior to 2021, I was in the best shape of my life."
- "I leave once a month to get a shot, a biological shot, for my chronic urticaria but I get sick every time I leave my house even with a respirator."
- "Life looks a lot differently. I'm really not active. I rarely leave my house."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
01:15
Life Before and After Long COVID
11:35
The Impact on Relationships
15:39
Finding Support and Staying Informed
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