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Genomic Press
Sep 4 2024
In a world still grappling with the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a team of international researchers has proposed a novel approach to treating the persistent symptoms that plague many survivors of viral infections. The study, published on 30 August 2024 in Brain Medicine (ISSN: 2997-2639, Genomic Press, New York), outlines a multimodal treatment strategy that could offer hope to millions suffering from post-acute infectious syndromes (PAIS), including the condition commonly known as Long COVID.
The proposed treatment regimen includes a mix of pharmacological interventions and physical therapies. On the medication front, the researchers highlight the potential of metformin, a common diabetes drug, and low-dose naltrexone, traditionally used to treat addiction. Both have shown promise in reducing inflammation and modulating the immune system.
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