Post-COVID complications may affect the lungs severely, especially in moderate-to-severe cases. Long COVID symptoms often require ongoing respiratory care.
Breathlessness, fatigue, cough, lung fibrosis, and reduced lung capacity can persist for weeks or months.
People who had moderate to severe COVID, especially those hospitalized or with oxygen dependency.
Includes inhalers, pulmonary rehab, breathing exercises, oxygen therapy, and regular monitoring.
Many recover over time, but some develop chronic complications like fibrosis needing long-term care.