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Episode 4 - Post-exertional Malaise and Chronic Fatigue

Episode 4 - Post-exertional Malaise and Chronic Fatigue

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Dr. Jana Friedly discusses post-exertional malaise in long COVID patients and the muscle abnormalities observed. She emphasizes the importance of pacing, prioritizing, positioning, and planning (the four Ps) in managing post-exertional malaise. Dr. Friedly also mentions the potential role of SSRIs in treating long COVID symptoms, the challenges of disability claims, and the need for healthcare providers to listen and believe patients' experiences.

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