JAMA Network Open, suggests that self-reported neurological issues, such as headaches and a loss of smell or taste, are highly prevalent.Stay informed with live updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and visit our coronavirus hub for more advice on prevention and treatment.The researchers discovered that the most common clinically observed neurological symptom was acute encephalopathy — which refers to general damage or disease that affects the structure or function of the brain.
The team also found an association between neurological issues and a higher risk of dying in the hospital due to COVID-19.COVID-19 is a respiratory disease that primarily affects a person’s pulmonary system.