However, the cardiac and vascular effects of COVID-19 are also recognized.

They also provided recommendations for athletes looking to return to exercise training after recovering from the infection.

How Does COVID-19 Affect the Heart?

Person getting their heart checked.

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These issues included heart disease, stroke, and arrhythmia, among others.

However, the vast majority of people who get COVID-19 recover without cardiovascular [conditions].

What Are the ACC’s Recommendations?

after COVID-19 infection, he adds.

It is intended to give practical guidelines related to evaluation and management.

This practical advice will be very useful to both patients and doctors.

Myocarditis

Viral infection is the most common cause of myocarditis.

Research shows that it is a rare but serious COVID-19 complication.

Resuming Exercise

When returning to exercise after having COVID-19, its important to take things slow.

Moreover, those who have myocarditis must not exercise for three to six months.

The best way to avoid the cardiovascular consequences of COVID-19 is to get vaccinated, Womack said.

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