‘INCREDIBLY PAINFUL,’ says Ellen DeGeneres. ‘I had no idea that was a symptom.’

Ellen’s openness about her struggle has resonated with others who faced similar symptoms but may not have connected them to COVID-19. Her message underscores the need for continued research and public awareness about the virus’s full range of impacts. As the world continues to navigate the pandemic, stories like hers provide valuable insight into the varied and sometimes surprising challenges of COVID-19 recovery.