Study Reveals the Existence of 'Long Colds' with Lasting Effects, Similar to 'Long Covid'

A study conducted by Queen Mary University of London suggests that symptoms of a cold can persist beyond the initial period of illness, similar to the concept of "long Covid." The research, published in The Lancet, found that non-Covid respiratory infections may have long-lasting health impacts, although it remains unclear if the symptoms of "long colds" would last as long as those of "long Covid." The study highlights the need for better recognition and diagnosis of post-acute infection syndromes, as they often go undiagnosed due to a wide range of symptoms and lack of diagnostic tests.