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Back Pain: The Hidden COVID Symptom Rising
16 Oct
Summary
- Confirmed cases of the XFG Stratus strain of Covid are increasing.
- Back pain, a symptom of muscle aches, is commonly reported.
- The virus's affinity for ACE2 receptors may cause chronic pain.
Cases of the 'American Covid' XFG Stratus strain are experiencing a significant increase, with a concerning rise in associated back pain. This symptom, often linked to myalgia or muscle aches, is a frequently reported indicator of the viral infection and can persist long after the initial illness, becoming a component of long COVID.
The potential for chronic back pain may be attributed to the coronavirus's affinity for ACE2 receptors, allowing it to enter cells and cause damage. Neural tissue is one area where this damage can occur, potentially triggering chronic pain syndromes like persistent back pain.
Official data from October 7 revealed a 13.5% week-on-week increase in Covid cases, with deaths up by 46.4% and hospital admissions by 33.5%. Notably, more than half of positive Covid tests in hospitals during September were identified as the XFG Stratus variant. Individuals experiencing persistent back pain weeks after a COVID-19 infection are advised to consult healthcare providers or physiotherapists for appropriate treatment and guidance.
