83: Why Am I Still Sick After COVID? The Long COVID–Autoimmune Connection | Dr. Jess Armine

You’re not imagining it—and you’re not alone. If you’re still dealing with fatigue, brain fog, or autoimmune flares after COVID, this conversation with Jess Armine will help you understand why.

In this episode of Autoimmune Adventures, Dr. Jess Armine breaks down what’s actually happening in the body with Long COVID—and why so many people aren’t recovering with traditional approaches.

From mitochondrial dysfunction to immune dysregulation and nervous system overload, this episode connects the dots between Long COVID and autoimmune disease in a way that finally makes sense.

If your health changed after COVID—or you feel like your body hasn’t been the same since—this episode is for you.

In This Episode:

Dr. Jess Armine explains what Long COVID really is
Why autoimmune symptoms worsen after viral infections
The mitochondrial connection to fatigue and burnout
How nervous system dysregulation impacts healing
Why symptoms vary so widely
Common mistakes people make when trying to recover
What a systems-based approach to healing looks like

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