53. IV Fluids and Long COVID: The Evidence May Surprise You

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Can IV fluids really help with Long COVID symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, and brain fog? In this episode, Dr Khan reviews the scientific evidence on IV hydration versus oral rehydration solutions (ORS) in children, athletes, and patients with POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome)—and shares her personal experience as both a doctor and a patient living with Long COVID.

You’ll learn:
✔️ How IV fluids expand blood volume and why that matters in Long COVID
✔️ The risks and complications of IV therapy (including when NOT to use it)
✔️ What the research says about ORS vs. IV hydration in different groups
✔️ Why IV fluids may serve as a temporary rescue therapy for some people with POTS or Long COVID
✔️ Practical tips for safe IV use 

💡 Whether you’re exploring treatment options or just curious about the science, this episode breaks down what we know—and what we don’t—about IV hydration in Long COVID.

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