For two years now, a new virus has been circulating around the planet, causing a lot of trouble for humanity and earning the status of one of the worst epidemiological disasters of recent years. The coronavirus pandemic has really changed the world we are used to, and the phrase of the unknown author: “How to make a man feel good? You have to make him bad, and then return him to the way he was”. But “as it was” will not come quickly – elimination of the effects of the coronavirus can take many months if not handled correctly. How can I fully recover without “falling out” of life indefinitely? How I can fast recovery from Covid?
Medical Check-Up
If you’ve had a Covid, don’t think you’ll quickly forget your way to the doctor once you’ve recovered. It is essential to have your entire body examined to ensure that the virus has not initiated the exacerbation of chronic diseases and has not caused any complications. To do this, you must take urine, and blood tests undergo ECG and spirometry (this is a method of assessing the condition of the lungs – the study of external respiratory function).
It is also a good idea to visit specialists such as a cardiologist, an endocrinologist, and a gynecologist – the effects of the coronavirus on the body can manifest themselves in an accelerated aging process and an increased risk of early menopause. The body spends a lot of resources to expel pathogens, and various life systems are affected. It is better not to take risks and not wait until hair loss and wrinkles appear. Of course, this may not happen, but making sure that all is well, definitely does not hurt.
Breathe
Covid 19 in Nigeria is primarily a disease that causes inflammation in the respiratory tract, so the lungs suffer the most during the illness. Restoring respiratory function after coronavirus can be difficult, but it’s impossible to return to an active lifestyle without it.
There are several methods of restoring lung function: breathing exercises, massages, physical exercises, and being in a unique position that maximizes the opening of the lungs.
You can start with simple activities that do not require special knowledge or transparent methodology. The most crucial method is breathing exercises. To get the gas exchange function working to its full potential again, it will be necessary to perform breathing exercises that stimulate blood circulation, increase the elasticity of lung tissue, strengthen the respiratory muscles and facilitate the discharge of sputum.
- Deep, measured breathing while lying on your back. Take at least 3-4 seconds to inhale, 5-6 seconds to exhale.
- Breathing “through the stomach” so that when you inhale and exhale, the diaphragm contracts and relaxes.
- Blowing bubbles through a cocktail straw into a glass of water. It would seem to be a child’s play, but it is a simple and effective way to develop the lungs.
More complicated breathing exercises are better discussed with a doctor or a specialist with a good command of techniques.
Massage sessions and light physical exercises are also better carried out under the supervision of the rehabilitation department of polyclinics. There is no need to exert yourself too much, but little physical activity will help adjust the respiratory system and the cardiovascular system.
Lifestyle
Without advice, how to get rid of bad habits and review your lifestyle?
First, you must learn to observe the regime of the day. To do this, you need to allocate time for a whole night’s sleep of at least 8 hours in a row, eat several times a day at optimal intervals, and distinguish between rest and physical activity.
Secondly, forget about all bad habits. And it would be better if you forgot about them forever! The virus affects all systems of the body, and if it is not helped, you will have to deal with the consequences of the disease for a long time. Alcohol, tobacco, drugs-all these things hit all the systems of life without Covid, and already with him, the negative consequences will be many times greater.
Thirdly, you need to keep your house clean. After illness, when the immune system is weakened, it is necessary to carry out a daily wet cleaning in the home with special care, to ventilate the room regularly, and, if possible, to disinfect contact surfaces.
Fourthly, you should refrain from going to the baths and swimming pools. Yes, water procedures are helpful, but not during the recovery period after a coronavirus infection. Visiting the tub or sauna can become stressful for the body and cause a flare-up of chronic diseases. Inadvertently in the pool, you can catch hypothermia and provoke the development of various diseases. Anyway, a month and a half after recovery from Covid it is not recommended to visit either the steam room or the pool.
Believe in yourself
If you feel like you’re too tired to fight and ready to give up, it’s time to act now!
According to scientists’ studies, coronavirus sufferers often experience a wave of apathy and sink into feelings of anxiety, sadness, and despair. And there is an explanation for this.
This phenomenon is called “postcovidian syndrome” ; its occurrence is associated with stress and the physical effects of the disease. Experts at London’s National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery say the coronavirus is linked to neurological syndromes that affect the nervous system. Hence, memory problems, impaired attention span, anxiety, and depression.
Although many researchers still do not agree on the causes of “post-Convulsive Syndrome,” in that prolonged panic and stress are not suitable for anyone, they agree with each other 100 percent.
How do you deal with this condition?
If you realize that you cannot cope on your own, it is best to see a specialist. Doctors who can help you in Nigeria: endocrinologist, psychologist, neurologist, psychotherapist. If a depressive disorder really occurs, the most effective methods are taking sedatives and psychotherapy. It will also be helpful to take vitamin therapy to improve treatment results. Selenium, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron, iodine, vitamins A, B, C, D, E – these micronutrients are essential to support the immune system after a coronavirus infection. Vitamins improve the absorption of valuable substances, increase the body’s resistance to disease and protect it from adverse environmental factors.
And now the most obvious advice: Try to bring as much positivity into your life as possible! Do your favorite things, watch good movies, learn relaxation techniques and concentrate only on positive emotions and events. If you can, and the weather permits, get out into the countryside and breathe clean air!
