In this conversation, I discuss Long COVID’s impact on the autonomic nervous system with Dr. Alba Azola, Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Director of the Long COVID Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Clinic at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.
Dr Azola explains the complexities of autonomic dysfunction, particularly focusing on dysautonomia and POTS, and how these conditions affect patients' daily lives. The discussion highlights the importance of a patient-centered approach in rehabilitation and the need for a multidisciplinary team to address the various symptoms and challenges faced by Long COVID patients. In this conversation, we delve into the complexities of dysautonomia, particularly in the context of Long COVID. We also discuss the importance of understanding the role of mast cells in various symptoms, and the need for a collaborative healthcare approach. The conversation emphasizes non-pharmacologic interventions, the significance of tailored exercise programs, and the various medications available to manage symptoms.
Dr Alba Azola, MD
Dr Azola is Assistant Professor, Departments of Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine and Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins Medical Center and is Director of the Long COVID Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Clinic and Co-director of the JH-UTSW Brain Health Program. She is a co-investigator in several NIH, PCORI, and CDC-sponsored studies on Long COVID. As part of the AAPMR PASC collaborative, she has co-authored several guidance statements on managing Long COVID symptoms, including fatigue, dysautonomia, and cardiovascular complications.
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