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health2 years ago

"Identifying 7 Common COVID Rebound Symptoms for Risk Assessment"

COVID rebound is the recurrence of COVID symptoms after initial improvement or a new positive test after a negative one. It's not exactly clear why it happens, but it's thought to occur three to seven days after an infection resolves. While there's debate about the cause, it's suggested that taking Paxlovid may increase the risk. Symptoms are usually mild, and the illness lasts less than a week. Rebound rates vary, and it's recommended to re-isolate and wear a mask if experiencing rebound symptoms. Despite the risk of rebound, it's still recommended for high-risk individuals to take Paxlovid due to its substantial benefits in preventing severe illness from COVID.

via TODAY|
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health2 years ago

Paxlovid Linked to Higher Risk of Covid Rebound, Study Reveals

A small preliminary study suggests that patients receiving the drug Paxlovid are more likely to experience Covid rebound compared to those who did not take it. The study's authors and outside experts acknowledge that Paxlovid is effective in preventing hospitalization, but the results raise questions about the current dosing duration of the drug. The study followed 142 participants, with 21% of those who took Paxlovid experiencing viral level increases after seeming to recover, compared to 1.8% of those who did not receive the drug. Experts suggest that a longer treatment duration may be necessary, and Pfizer's ongoing study comparing five-day and 10-day dosing in immunocompromised patients may provide further insights.

via STAT|
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health2 years ago

"Paxlovid: Treating COVID and Navigating the Rebound"

Paxlovid, an antiviral treatment for Covid-19, has been effective in preventing severe disease and reducing the risk of long Covid. However, there have been reports of "Paxlovid rebound," where individuals test positive again or experience a resurgence of symptoms after recovering from the virus. Rebound can occur with or without taking the drug, and its frequency is difficult to determine. It is believed that Paxlovid may suppress the immune system's response, allowing the virus to replicate again. Rebound cases are typically milder than the initial infection, and individuals should isolate and monitor their symptoms if they test positive again.

via The New York Times|
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