Q: Which specialist doctor to consult for Post Covid Syndrome?
A: Consult a Pulmonologist or Chest Physician, or any other specialist depending on the complication.
Q: When to see a doctor if a person suspects post-COVID syndrome?
A: It is essential to see a doctor if a person experiences breathing difficulties and changes in heartbeat rate, especially if they have other underlying co-morbidities like diabetes or hypertension or any other chronic health issues.
Q: How long can the post-covid effects last?
A: The complications of post-covid syndrome can last anywhere from 2-6 months.
Q: Is it normal to have the inability to smell and taste even after six months of covid recovery?
A: Loss of smell and taste is a common complication of COVID-19. It may take 2-3 months to have those senses back, but one should consider consulting the doctor if it persists for a longer period.
Q: What is the incubation period of black fungus infections?
A: The incubation period of black fungus infections or mucormycosis ranges from 1 to 2 weeks.
Q: Is the black fungus infection contagious?
A: Black fungus infection or mucormycosis does not spread from person to person but the spores of fungus could be present in the air or the environment.
Q: Can I escape from post-covid complications if I had a mild covid infection?
A: Anyone who has had COVID – be it mild, moderate or severe must watch out for the signs of post-COVID syndrome.
Q: Shall I take antibiotics in advance to protect myself from secondary bacterial infections after COVID-19?
A: No, you shouldn't unnecessarily take antibiotics. Doctors recommend using specific types and doses of antibiotics at the correct stage to avoid secondary bacterial infections in COVID patients. Antibiotics must be used with caution as bacteria could attain drug resistance when they are used unnecessarily or randomly.
Q: Can vaccines prevent long covid complications?
A: As per the current evidence, vaccines help ease post-covid complications as they can prevent severe COVID infections.
Q: How does COVID-19 affect patients with tuberculosis?
A: If patients with pre-existing active tuberculosis infection contract COVID-19, they could have severe infections and poorer treatment outcomes. They must constantly watch out for the symptoms of other respiratory infections after recovering from COVID-19.
