A study led by the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine found that many COVID-19 patients hospitalized in 2020 experienced gastrointestinal problems and psychological trauma over a year later. The research emphasizes the connection between the intestines and the brain, shedding light on long COVID symptoms. More than 60% of participants in the study met the criteria for Diseases of the Gut-Brain Interaction, with common symptoms including upset stomach, irritable bowel syndrome, and PTSD. The findings suggest that prior COVID-19 infection can lead to long-term digestive issues, highlighting the need for healthcare providers to consider COVID-19 as a potential trigger for ongoing symptoms.
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Digestive problems in ‘long COVID’ linked to psychological trauma, according research
