post-viral syndrome
Infection's lasting aftermath
Post-viral syndrome is a collection of symptoms that persist after a viral infection has resolved.
Fatigue, brain fog, muscle weakness, and general malaise may continue for weeks or months after the original illness: She developed post-viral syndrome after a bout of flu and couldn't return to work for three months.
Long COVID brought renewed attention to the condition.
- chronic fatigueLasting state of tiredness
- exhaustionState of utter depletion
- boom and bustRecurring economic extremes
- brain fogCognitive sluggishness and confusion
- malaiseDiffuse, sourceless discomfort
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post-viral syndromeacute illness
Rapid-onset, short-duration disease
post-viral syndromefull recovery
Return to prior health
wellness · health · full health · remission
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