Scientists may now know what is causing long COVID

Scientists may now know what is causing long COVID

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The video discusses the impact of long COVID, particularly brain fog, characterized by forgetfulness and concentration issues. Research from Trinity College Dublin found that long COVID patients have leaky blood vessels in the brain, leading to inflammation. This discovery provides a pathological basis for brain fog, offering validation for patients often dismissed by others. The research aims to identify biomarkers for neurological symptoms in post-viral illnesses. While treatments for long COVID are still unavailable, the findings pave the way for future studies and potential therapies.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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