Recovering from infection, your health concerns! Health Education for Rural Residents on Prevention and Treatment of New Coronavirus Infection

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Q: What do I need to pay attention to during the recovery period of infection, physical work and exercise?

New coronavirus infection usually lasts for about a week and the symptoms can be gradually relieved, but it takes a long time for the body state to recover, and the body is still weak at the early stage of recovery, so it is recommended to refrain from physical labor and exercise.

The recovery of physical work and exercise should be gradual, within the scope of physical condition, grasp the intensity and time of exercise to avoid over fatigue, and then gradually increase the intensity of activity as physical strength and symptoms improve. At first, you can start with low-intensity activities, such as walking, stretching exercises, and light physical activities. When the body gradually adapts, then carry out activities of slightly higher intensity. You can also exercise through traditional Chinese medicine exercise methods such as Ba Duan Jin, Five Animal Play, simple taijiquan, and Six Characters.

Q: What should I do if I still have a cough while recovering from the infection?

The cough may last for 3-8 weeks during the recovery period of neocoronavirus infection and is characterized by an irritating dry cough or a small amount of white mucus sputum, which is usually self-limiting and can be treated with symptomatic cough relief.

If the cough is accompanied by persistent fever, shortness of breath, large amounts of yellow mucus sputum, and a severe decrease in appetite, you should seek prompt medical attention.

Q: What should I do if I have sleep problems while recovering from the infection?

New coronavirus infection may lead to sleep disorders, such as insomnia, poor sleep quality, night awakening and circadian rhythm disorder, etc. Self-adjustment can be made, including developing good sleep habits, avoiding staying up late, avoiding strenuous activities before bedtime; performing relaxation training before bedtime, which can help to enter into sleep state by practicing meditation, breathing training, progressive muscle relaxation, etc.; performing aerobic exercise of appropriate intensity. If the sleep disorder is serious and cannot be relieved by the above self-adjustment, it is recommended to seek professional treatment from a doctor.

Q: How can I maintain a good mood during the recovery period of infection?

People with new coronavirus infection may experience anxiety (worry, fear) or depression (depressed mood, sadness). Common ways to regulate this include avoiding excessive focus on the disease or one’s symptoms, maintaining social connections, living a regular life, and seeking professional help. In addition, you can reduce stress and maintain a positive state of mind by breathing and relaxing, relaxing with music, meditating and doing things that interest you. If needed, you can visit a medical institution.