Prevalence and characteristics of long COVID among COVID-19 survivors in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study

IF 1.5 Q4 INFECTIOUS DISEASES

IJID regions Pub Date : 2025-02-28 DOI:10.1016/j.ijregi.2025.100616

Haya M. Almalag , Njoud Altuwaijri , Lamya S. Alnaim , Dareen Alassiri , Ghaida Alsolaimi , Sarah Aldakhil , Noha Al Aloola , Jawza F. Alsabhan , Ghada A. Bawazeer , Lobna Al Juffali , Hadeel Alkofide , Rihaf Alfaraj , Nora Alkhudair , Raniah Aljadeed , Rana Aljadeed

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Abstract

Objectives

This study explores the prevalence, risk factors, and impact of long COVID among COVID-19 survivors in Saudi Arabia.

Methods

A cross-sectional study involving 486 COVID-19 survivors was conducted. Participants were confirmed via polymerase chain reaction testing and enrolled from November 2020 to December 2020.

Results

The study found a high prevalence of long COVID symptoms, with 61% of participants reporting persistent symptoms. The prevalence was similar across demographic factors: 43% were aged 18-30 years, 71% were female, and 30% had comorbidities. The most common symptoms included fatigue (56%), breathlessness (47%), loss of smell (44%), and muscle aches (40%), alongside digestive issues, chest pain, headaches, tachycardia, joint pain, and skin problems.

Conclusions

This study underscores the significance of understanding long COVID's impact on individuals’ health and quality of life. It highlights the necessity for further research to guide health care strategies and support COVID-19 survivors in Saudi Arabia.

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IJID regions Infectious Diseases

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64 days