Covid patients are suffering from the crippling aftermath of their ordeal, including flashbacks and mental health problems, particularly if put on a ventilator, according to new research.
Those admitted to hospital can suffer extensive symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, researchers have claimed. These can include intrusive thoughts or imagery, waves of strong feelings, being easily startled, trying to "erase" memories and avoiding talking about what happened.
The research, published in the journal BJPsych Open from the Royal College of Psychiatrists, was based on 13,049 survivors in the UK who had had suspected or confirmed coronavirus.