The prevalence of Long COVID, defined as the persistence of symptoms beyond 4 weeks from the onset of acute COVID-19, varies across different age groups. In the general adult population, estimates suggest that around 7.3% of all respondents reported long COVID.[1] However, the prevalence of long COVID was found to be higher among respondents who were female, had comorbidities, or were not vaccinated.[1]
In a nationwide population cohort study of Scottish adults, the adjusted prevalence of symptoms attributable to SARS-CoV-2 infection was 6.6%, 6.5%, and 10.4% at 6, 12, and 18 months respectively.[2]
Risk factors for long COVID in children and adolescents include chronic conditions, obesity, and being in the adolescent age group.[5] In the general population, risk factors include increasing age, female sex, white ethnicity, poor pre-pandemic general and mental health, overweight/obesity, and asthma.[6]
It's important to note that these estimates may vary due to differences in study design, population characteristics, and definitions of long COVID. Further research is needed to better understand the prevalence and risk factors of long COVID across different age groups.
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