I’m a long hauler from COVID.
Not elderly, no pre-existing conditions, work a high demand, busy job managing a historic high rise. I fixed my own roof, built furniture by hand, painted my house, and kept a pristine home. Loved to cook and bake big meals on Sundays with the kids.
Hospitalized twice; cracked glass lungs. Had serious brain fog for months, but it is getting better. Had issues with sleeping and keeping food down; also getting better. Lack of strength and stamina have not improved. Can’t do half of what I used to.
Told my job to find my replacement; they haven’t yet, so I’m hanging in there for now.
Been given an 80% chance of surviving the next 4 years.
For the overwhelming majority who get it, God bless that it is not a big deal. For the other folks, people like me, it leaves a wide path of damage in its wake.
I’m so sorry to hear what you are going through! Did your doctors give you any medicine BEFORE you ended up in the hospital?