Covid-19: What do we know about “long covid”?

Covid-19: What do we know about "long covid"?As recognition grows that many patients have long lasting effects, Elisabeth Mahase examines the evidence and the response Elisabeth Mahase clinical reporter What is it?"Long covid" is a term being used to describe illness in people who have either recovered from covid-19 but are still report lasting effects of the infection or have had the usual symptoms for far longer than would be expected.Many people, including doctors who have been infected, have shared their anecdotal experiences on social media, in the traditional media, and through patients' groups.