The Ministry of Health revealed that some patients had dementia. following covid infection-19: Around 1-6 months, the director of the National Neurological Institute said that the symptoms would improve on their own. If you take good care of yourself
Dr. Somsak Ankasilp, MD. Director-General of the Medical Department Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) revealed that due to the situation of the Covid-19 epidemic At present, some patients are affected following being infected with the coronavirus, namely dementia, which is usually found between 1-6 months following being infected with the coronavirus. which is a condition in which brain performance deteriorates mostly in meditation Decision making, planning and short-term memory skills There will be symptoms of brain fog (brain fog), feeling dull, lightheaded, unable to concentrate on one thing. Affects daily activities, work or social activities can cause long-term harm
Dr. Thanin Wetchapinan, MD. The director of the Institute of Neurology said that the risk factors were because patients had pre-existing neurological and brain diseases such as stroke. especially the elderly with multiple comorbidities When infected with COVID-19 Acute and severe symptoms will cause a lack of oxygen As a result, patients have depression and anxiety. have neurological symptoms and dementia
However, symptoms can improve on their own over time. Taking good care of yourself, whether it’s maintaining good health. Eat healthy and nutritious food By choosing to eat all 5 food groups, exercise regularly. get enough sleep Do activities that help stimulate the brain. Practice critical thinking, meditation, or a relaxing hobby. It will help the brain and nervous system to recover and return to normal faster and better.
For patients with underlying medical conditions, especially cerebrovascular disease high blood pressure, diabetes, high blood lipids or elderly people with multiple comorbidities should continue to monitor treatment comply with the new way of living measures Wear a cloth mask or a hygienic mask, keep distance, wash your hands often, get vaccinated to prevent COVID-19. To reduce the risk of infection and reduce the severity of the disease. This will help reduce the chance of dementia regression infected with COVID-19 and if infected. and had dementia symptoms and found that the symptoms did not improve within 6 months, should see a doctor at a hospital near home for further consultation and treatment
