Check the "long condition of covids" may last 3-6 months. Recommend foods to eat and avoid.

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16 Apr 2022 09:41 a.m.

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"Big Tu" urges to educate

"long-term covid condition" to the people to support the recovered to be able to take care of themselves, the Ministry of Health reveals the symptoms

It can be as long as 3-6 months, along with suggesting foods that should be eaten and that must be avoided.

On April 16, 2022, Ms. Traisuli Traisornkul, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office revealed that 

Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister and Minister of Defense

Follow the situation of the spread of COVID-19

treatment process

and the availability of various medical supplies

which is now ready and sufficient in all aspects 

The Omicron strain of covid is easy to spread.

As a result, the number of new infections remained at a high level.

Although the severity of the disease is not much for those who are physically strong.

But many of the recovered patients have Long Covid, or symptoms that occur after recovering from COVID-19.

This can happen to many systems in the body, such as the respiratory system, nervous system, digestive system.

cardiovascular system  

The deputy government spokesman further stated that the prime minister has urged the Ministry of Health to educate and increase public awareness about the COVID-19 pandemic.

including taking care of yourself when such conditions occur

Because there are still patients who treat themselves at home.

not being treated in a hospital

Some of them may not have the knowledge and have not been advised to take care of themselves after recovering from COVID-19.  

“Currently, the Ministry of Public Health has a medical practice guideline for diagnosis.

Treatment for people with COVID-19

as well as recommendations for patient self-care

which the Prime Minister has given to the Ministry of Public Health

create awareness

to educate people in this area more broadly

because the number of infected people is still high

This will increase the proportion of people who have tested positive for COVID-19 as well.

And some caretakers at home may not have knowledge in this area.

If people can take care of themselves

It will also reduce the burden of medical personnel in another way.”

General Prayut Chan-o-cha, Prime Minister and Minister of Defense

Journalists report additional information from the Ministry of Public Health.

about the condition of covid that each patient will have different symptoms

There are no fixed characteristics such as

coughing, fever, headache, decreased sense of smell or taste, chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, joint or muscle pain, and diarrhea

caused by a weakening of the body's immune system.

For some, there may be psychological symptoms such as

anxiety, shortness of attention, or depression.

by COVID-19 patients

Red group or patients with severe illness

will have a higher chance of contracting COVID-19 than patients with COVID-19

with few symptoms

Because there may be a factor

Stress that has accumulated since the time of being sick with COVID-19

Consequently, the effect may be continued for 3-6 months before it will return to normal.

At the same time, there are other factors

that result in covid conditions as well, such as age, especially the elderly group, sex, which is more common in females than males

including those with other congenital diseases such as asthma and those who have been hospitalized

which those who have recovered, do not have to worry at all

For those who have recovered from COVID-19

And then there are these symptoms

It is advisable to see a doctor to determine the exact cause.

Because some may be a result of the drug used to treat

Or some may have other diseases as well, so additional examinations and treatments are required to match the problems that occur.

and there is also the possibility of a recovered patient.

Some people may be infected with COVID-19.

can repeat, but may not show obvious symptoms

Therefore, patients with COVID-19

Even if you have recovered, you still need to follow the measures to prevent infection with Covid-19.

always strictly

Department of Health

Advise patients to try COVID-19

Take care of your health and keep your immune system strong.

By eating good, wholesome food, cooked, clean, focusing on easy-to-digest food.

because there may be gastrointestinal disorders

and if there is anorexia

You should split your food into several smaller meals to keep your blood sugar levels stable throughout the day.

Do not let the body become tired, exhausted and

should choose to eat protein-rich foods such as meat, eggs, milk, cheese, nuts, tofu, as well as consume foods with healthy microorganisms or probiotics (Probiotics), such as yogurt, sour milk. Should choose a type that has less sugar.

Eat together with high fiber foods such as whole grains, legumes, bananas, onions, garlic

, etc. to provide food for healthy microorganisms.

and also helps the body's immune system

“Importantly, avoid junk food such as instant food, frozen food, fermented food, grilled food, fried food, oily food, or spicy food that is difficult to digest, as well as refrain from alcoholic beverages.

Because these foods have the effect of lowering the immune system in the body.”

In addition, vitamins and minerals

It also helps the body to recover, be strong and build immunity, including

  • Vitamin C

    is found in fresh fruits and vegetables such as oranges, papayas, guavas, lemons, tomatoes, bell peppers, etc. It should be eaten raw if steamed or fried.

    should be used for a short time

    To preserve the value of vitamin C better.

  • Vitamin A,

    such as animal organs, egg yolks, milk, dairy products

    dark greens

    Yellow and orange fruits and vegetables such as gourds, morning glory, carrots, pumpkins, yellow sweet potatoes, ripe papaya, etc.

  • Vitamin D

    includes tilapia, pomegranate fish, mushrooms, egg yolks, etc.

  • Vitamin E

    includes eggs, vegetables and fruits such as nuts, soybean oil, olive oil, sunflower oil, avocado, etc.

  • Zinc minerals

    include meat, offal, liver, oysters, brown rice, etc.



However, the patient tried COVID-19

should observe their own abnormalities

if symptoms get worse

should return to see a doctor

to detect the cause and continue treatment.

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