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COVID-19: post-COVID symptoms found in up to 8% of children, young people

Liz Scherer   |   Clinical Summary   |   08 December 2021
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Takeaway

  • Persistent symptoms occur in 2%-8% of children, young people ≤19 years (CYP) following acute COVID-19 infection.
  • 5%-14% may have multiple, persistent symptoms ≥4 weeks.

Why this matters

  • Closely monitor patients with persistent anosmia, headaches, cognitive difficulties, and sore throat/eyes.

Key results...

          

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