World Health Day 2023: Chronic diseases that are more prevalent in the post-Covid-19 world

The number of Covid-19 cases in India has increased over the last several weeks, although the virus is no longer regarded as the threat it once was. The pandemic had an impact on people’s physical and emotional health, as well as their relationships with their loved ones and their ability to grieve for those who had passed away. Many studies have also examined how the virus affected the heart, lungs, kidneys, and other bodily functions. Also, the continuous epidemic prevented many existing ailments from being accurately diagnosed and efficiently treated. Many are still suffering from its repercussions, and many are still in shock.

Chronic Illness that increased with Covid

Chronic illnesses are those that persist for a year or longer and demand continuing medical care. They are the main cause of death and disability worldwide, whether it be due to diabetes, cancer, heart disease, or chronic renal disease. On April 7, World Health Day, here are some of the common diseases or problems that have been incresing after Covid-19.

Mental health issues

After the epidemic, anxiety, depression, new or worsening memory problems, attention problems, and reduced quality of life have all become very frequent. Stress, loneliness, grieving over the loss of loved ones, and financial troubles have all contributed.

Cancer

Since Covid-19 targets numerous pathophysiologically relevant proteins, the infection may increase the chance of developing a variety of cancers. The Covid-19 virus interacts with p53 and related pathways, potentially causing DNA and cell oxidative damage.

Cardiovascular illnesses

The risk of cardiovascular or heart problems, such as heart attack, stroke, abnormal heart rhythms, heart failure, and blood clotting, may have increased with Covid-19.

Diabetes 

Some Covid-19 survivors may suffer from diabetes or other long-term health issues. This chronic condition is caused by high blood glucose, also known as blood sugar.

Respiratory ailments

Covid-19 may cause a long-term chronic cough, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and other symptoms. Those with pre-existing respiratory disorders such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may have a lower quality of life.

High blood pressure

Increasing data suggest that hypertension has reached pandemic proportions among people. According to a study published in the journal Circulation, the Covid epidemic has increased the number of people with high blood pressure across all age categories.

 

Asthma

When the immune system encounters a virus or other foreign substance, an inflammatory reaction might occur. As a result, the muscles around the airways contract, narrowing, swelling, and producing more mucus, which will produce symptoms such as coughing, chest pains, wheezing, and so on.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Those with COPD may experience significantly worse respiratory and pulmonary symptoms from Covid-19 than those who do not have COPD. Being diagnosed with COPD raises the risk of getting pneumonia, and Covid-19 is no exception. In addition to the indicators of Covid-19, increased COPD symptoms can also occur, which would make breathing exceedingly difficult and cause severe shortness of breath.