Overcoming the Challenging Symptoms of COVID-19 Recovery

😰One of the worst symptoms I experienced during COVID-19 recovery was intense anxiety and chemical terror, which felt like constant fight or flight.

🫀I developed Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) during my taper, causing an increased heart rate and difficulty standing.

🧠Cognitive dysfunction was a major issue for me, making it hard to form memories or perform basic tasks like following a recipe.

🍨Memory lapses and confusion led to cooking mishaps, like forgetting ingredients or mixing up salt and sugar.

😫Relearning patience was essential during the recovery process, as I had to adapt to the limitations imposed by my body and brain.

What are some of the most challenging symptoms you experienced during COVID-19 recovery?

—I experienced severe anxiety, chemical terror, cognitive dysfunction, and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).

Did you have any difficulties with daily activities?

—Yes, everyday tasks such as cooking and following a recipe became incredibly challenging due to cognitive dysfunction and memory lapses.

How long did it take for your symptoms to improve?

—The recovery process took several years, during which I had to relearn patience and adapt to the limitations imposed by my body and brain.

Did you face any physical symptoms during the recovery process?

—Yes, I experienced physical symptoms like increased heart rate and difficulty standing due to Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).

How did you cope with the challenges of COVID-19 recovery?

—I had to be patient with myself and accept the limitations imposed by my symptoms. It was a process of relearning and adapting to a new normal.

00:00During COVID-19 recovery, I experienced severe anxiety and chemical terror, which felt like constant fight or flight.

00:10Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) developed during my taper, causing an increased heart rate and difficulty standing.

01:22Cognitive dysfunction was a major issue, making it hard to form memories or perform basic tasks like following a recipe.

01:40Memory lapses and confusion led to cooking mishaps like forgetting ingredients or mixing up salt and sugar.

02:29Relearning patience was essential during the recovery process, as I had to adapt to the limitations imposed by my body and brain.