German Long Covid Guidelines: 12 Key Findings
xplore 12 findings from Germany’s Long Covid guidance, including PEM, cognitive dysfunction, POTS and implications for UK healthcare workers.
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Post-exertional malaise (PEM) is one of the hallmark symptoms of Long Covid and ME/CFS, yet it is often misunderstood as simple tiredness or fatigue.
In reality, PEM is a worsening of symptoms following physical, cognitive or emotional activity that can occur immediately or be delayed by hours or days.
This short video explains what PEM is, common triggers, how it can affect people living with Long Covid, and practical strategies that may help reduce the risk of symptom flare-ups.
Video prepared by Broken Battery
