Five years after start of pandemic, no one knows how many people are living with long Covid: They see you as a bum who doesn't want to work'

Five years after the coronavirus was detected, estimating the number of people living with long Covid remains a challenge due to its undetectable nature and societal disbelief.

Elena Perez Porres states that those suffering from long Covid often feel misunderstood, with many turning to associations for support as they feel marginalized and disbelieved.

The majority of long Covid sufferers are women, presenting a range of symptoms including cognitive issues, fatigue, and difficulty breathing, which complicates diagnosis.

A recent study estimates around 400 million individuals have experienced long Covid globally, though understanding of current cases remains elusive, compounded by the unpredictability of symptoms.

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