Tag: Long COVID
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Long COVID researchers uncover link between microclots and NETs, shedding light on lingering symptoms
New study spotlights a possible physiological link in long COVID Scientists are delving deeper into the mystery of long COVID, and a recent study adds a crucial piece to the puzzle. Researchers have identified a structural association between circulating microclots and neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) in patients experiencing prolonged symptoms after COVID-19. While not a…
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New Clues in the Long COVID Puzzle: Microclots and NETs Linked
Unraveling a Complex Puzzle Scientists have taken another meaningful step in understanding long COVID, uncovering a structural link between circulating microclots and neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs). This discovery adds to a growing body of evidence that the syndrome may involve a subtle interplay between the immune system and the blood’s clotting machinery. While the findings…
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New piece in the long COVID puzzle: microclots linked to NETs reveal deeper physiological ties
What the study found Researchers investigating long COVID have identified a structural association between circulating microclots and neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) in patients suffering from persistent symptoms. This finding points to a possible interaction between the body’s clotting system and immune response mechanisms that could help explain why some people experience prolonged fatigue, brain fog,…
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How Functional Neurological Disorder Is Discussed on X (Twitter): A Mixed-Methods Look at Narratives, Influencers, and Network Structures
Introduction: FND in the Social Media Era Functional neurological disorder (FND) sits at the intersection of neurology and psychiatry, challenging both clinicians and patients with its diverse presentations. In recent years, social media has emerged as a crucial arena for information, support, and debate around FND. This article summarizes a mixed-methods study that examined how…
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An Exploration of How Functional Neurological Disorder Is Discussed on X (Twitter): Mixed Methods Study Using Social Network and Content Analysis
Introduction: Framing FND in the Digital Age Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) sits at the crossroads of neurology and psychiatry, with patient experiences often shaped by online narratives as much as clinical findings. This article summarizes a mixed methods study that investigates how FND is discussed on X (formerly Twitter), identifying influential voices, network structures, and…
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Functional Neurological Disorder in the Age of X: A Mixed-Methods Look at Online Narratives
Introduction Functional neurological disorder (FND) sits at the intersection of neurology and psychiatry, characterized by symptoms such as weakness, seizures, and sensory disturbances. In recent years, public understanding has evolved alongside renewed scientific interest, yet stigma, misrepresentation, and uneven access to care persist. This article distills a mixed-methods study that analyzes discussions about FND on…
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Post-COVID Olfactory Dysfunction Linked to Amygdala Changes
Understanding the link between persistent smell loss and brain changes after COVID-19 Researchers have identified measurable changes in brain regions tied to emotion and sensory processing in people who continue to experience a loss or distortion of smell long after a SARS-CoV-2 infection. The study, published in Scientific Reports, used advanced MRI techniques to investigate…
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Post-COVID Olfactory Dysfunction: Brain Changes Revealed
New insights into long COVID: brain changes linked to persistent smell loss Researchers have found measurable differences in brain regions tied to emotion and sensory processing in people who continue to experience olfactory dysfunction (OD) long after a mild COVID-19 infection. The study, published in Scientific Reports, used diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) to explore white…
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Brain Changes in Post-COVID Olfactory Dysfunction Linked to Emotion and Sensory Regions
New clues from MRI on lingering smell loss after COVID-19 Researchers have used diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) to explore how the brain’s smell-related circuits change in people who continue to struggle with olfactory dysfunction (OD) months after a mild COVID-19 infection. The study, published in Scientific Reports, focused on non-hospitalized individuals to minimize confounding factors…
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Blood test could diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)
Breakthrough in diagnosing chronic fatigue syndrome A team of scientists from the University of East Anglia has announced a potential breakthrough in diagnosing chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as CFS or myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). The researchers report that a blood test can identify the condition with an overall accuracy of 96%, marking a significant departure…