NIH study identifies distinct long COVID symptom patterns in adolescents versus younger children.

A National Institutes of Health (NIH) study found that long COVID affects adolescents differently than younger children. The JAMA research, part of the RECOVER initiative, examined the unique patterns of symptoms in school-age children (ages 6-11) and adolescents (ages 12-17). Discovering clear differences in long COVID symptoms between the two age groups, the study emphasizes the importance of understanding these distinctions for accurate diagnosis and care. While most research on long COVID focuses on adults, this study highlights the need for age-based research on long COVID in children to better inform treatment strategies and support systems.

August 21, 2024
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