How long does COVID-19 last?

October 11, 2021  12:48

The average duration of the COVID-19 course in patients is 11 days. However, some people can recover earlier, according to the Russian specialists.

“According to research, the average duration of COVID-19 is 11 days. But in patients, this period can range from just one to two days to 21-28 or more. In the later stages, after the 14th day, the continuing symptoms are associated with the developed complications, the duration of which may be different. In some cases, the symptoms of complications remain for more than three months, up to six months, sometimes longer.

According to Russian experts, the average duration of COVID-19 is 11 days, although some people can recover in just a few days.

Experts say that vaccinated people are easier to tolerate the infection, and they also have a shorter duration of the disease.

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