Indian journal of community medicine : official publication of Indian Association of Preventive & Social MedicineOct 8, 2026

How Often and Why Long-Term Symptoms Occur After COVID-19, Based on Illness Severity

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Updated Oct 9, 2026

Abstract

The incidence of post-COVID syndrome (PCS) was estimated in Puducherry, India.

Post-COVID syndrome may continue to affect individuals well after the initial COVID-19 infection.
Quality of life is reported to be impacted by long COVID.
Determinants of PCS were investigated within the study population.

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