What causes recurrent fever after recovering from a COVID-19 infection, and what should be done about it?
Sep 27, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Jingli
Introduction
In general, "post-Yang" refers to the period after infection with the novel coronavirus, and fever means elevated body temperature. Recurrent fever following a novel coronavirus infection may be related to factors such as fatigue, drug reactions, bronchitis, pulmonary embolism, or tuberculosis. Patients are advised to receive symptomatic treatment as directed by their physician. If discomfort occurs, patients should seek medical attention promptly and undergo standardized treatment under a doctor's guidance, which can help promote recovery.
In general, "post-positive" refers to the period after infection with the novel coronavirus, and fever means elevated body temperature. Recurrent fever following a novel coronavirus infection may be related to factors such as fatigue, drug reactions, bronchitis, pulmonary embolism, tuberculosis, and others. Patients are advised to follow medical advice for symptomatic treatment. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Fatigue
The body may remain in a state of fatigue after a novel coronavirus infection, which could lead to an increase in body temperature and cause fever. It is recommended that patients get adequate rest to help relieve symptoms.
2. Drug Reaction
Medications used by patients after a novel coronavirus infection may also cause fever or side effects. It is recommended that patients adjust their medication regimen or switch to alternative drugs under a doctor's guidance.
3. Bronchitis
If there is a concurrent bacterial infection such as bronchitis along with the novel coronavirus infection, it may also trigger fever. Patients may follow medical advice to use medications such as budesonide inhalation aerosol and amoxicillin capsules for treatment.
4. Pulmonary Embolism
During recovery from a novel coronavirus infection, patients may develop deep vein thrombosis, which can lead to pulmonary embolism, presenting as fever and difficulty breathing. Patients may follow medical advice to use medications such as warfarin sodium tablets and aspirin tablets for treatment.
5. Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Patients may experience a recurrence of tuberculosis following a novel coronavirus infection, manifesting as fever, cough, fatigue, and other symptoms. Patients may follow medical advice to use medications such as amiodarone hydrochloride tablets and rifampicin capsules for treatment.
Patients are advised to seek timely medical attention when experiencing discomfort and receive standardized treatment under a doctor’s guidance, which helps promote recovery.
