COVID-19 induced mental suffering is more painful than physical suffering: an experience-based perspective

Abstract

COVID-19 pandemic has affected the lives of billions of human beings, either directly or indirectly. The physical presentation of the disease and its course to cure, permanent residual structural damage or death has been well documented. Few aspects that have recently been emphasized are the COVID fatigue and the mental suffering, not only by the general population, the COVID patients but also the healthcare professionals who are deputed to look after these patients. This manuscript throws some light on this very important aspect with long lasting impact. Keywords: COVID-19; Healthcare worker; Mental health; Stress Citation: Karim HMR.COVID-19 induced mental suffering is more painful than physical suffering: an experience-based perspective (Perspective). Anaesth. pain intensive care 2020;24(5):