Attention! These Pains May Be Herald Of Coronavirus

Stating that back, joint, muscle and body aches may be a leading symptom of Coronavirus, experts emphasize that these pains should not be neglected. Of these warnings zamPointing out the importance of taking immediate attention, experts warn that if the intervention is delayed, permanent movement damage may occur.

Üsküdar University NPİSTANBUL Brain Hospital Anesthesia and Reanimation Specialist Prof. Dr. Füsun Eroğlu made statements about the back, joint, muscle and body pain related to the coronavirus.

Pain can be a harbinger of coronavirus

Reminding that the most common early symptoms of Covid-19 disease are cough, headache and fever, Prof. Dr. Füsun Eroğlu said, “But the last zamThe evidence at the time, the initial signs of the disease refer to the nervous system and musculoskeletal symptoms. Recognizing such symptoms can aid in early diagnosis and prevention of the disease. Similarly, it will help plan the treatment of such symptoms and prevent further complications in the long run, ”he said.

Movements of patients may be restricted

Noting that the incidence of myalgia (muscle rheumatism) of the musculoskeletal system caused by Covid-19, back pain, muscle weakness, skeletal muscle damage, arthralgia (joint pain) varies between 1% and 35%, Prof. Dr. Füsun Eroğlu said, “These symptoms may cause patients to be unable to do daily life activities such as walking. In addition, symptoms such as muscle weakness can cause long-term complications such as muscle atrophy (muscle shrinkage) and contracture (loss of muscle elasticity), further impairing the quality of daily life. "The mechanism of the disease, which includes symptoms of Covid-19's musculoskeletal system, is still not fully understood," he said.

Pain can have different causes

Stating that the possible causes of Covid-19's musculoskeletal features may be several factors, Prof. Dr. Füsun Eroğlu said, “High serum interleukin-6 levels may be the cause of myalgia and arthralgia during cytokine storms. Interleukin-6 is a pro-inflammatory substance. Viral infections are also known to cause arthralgia. Thus, it is possible that arthralgia with joint pain in Covid-19 patients is associated with myalgia.

In these symptoms, the physician should be consulted.

Stating that the pain that develops in the muscles or joints is most commonly observed as back pain, muscle pain and weakness and can be quite severe, Prof. Dr. Füsun Eroğlu said, “Anti-inflammatory drugs with analgesic and antipyretic properties are also added to the Covid-19 treatment plan. The use of these drugs is effective in reducing muscle and back pain. These types of pain usually disappear completely after recovery. However, in some cases, especially if the disease is severe or if adequate treatment is not received, the healing of the damage to the muscles and joints is prolonged and impairs the quality of life. If the pain persists for a few weeks after recovery, the physician should be consulted for further investigations ”.