Uncovering the Neurological and Cognitive Features of Long COVID.

A study conducted by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has identified differences in immune cell profiles and autonomic dysfunction in 12 people with persistent neurological symptoms after SARS-CoV-2 infection. The findings may lead to better diagnoses and new treatments for Long COVID, which includes a wide range of symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, fever, headaches, sleep disturbances, and cognitive impairment. The study adds to growing evidence that widespread immunological and autonomic nervous system changes may contribute to Long COVID, and may help researchers explore possible therapeutic strategies, such as immunotherapy.