As a result, the reason why Covid causes these lesions is unlikely to be known in the short term, and adds another to the list of Covid mysteries yet to be solved.
Doctor Grant added: “The symptom, which can also affect your hands, results in blisters and the development of itchy painful bumps. Covid toes can appear at any age.
“That said, the symptom does seem most prevalent in children, teenagers, and young adults. The typical first signs of Covid toes are swelling and discolouration, firstly turning red and then purple as the condition progresses.
“If you spot the early signs of Covid toes, take a test. Positive tests for those who present these symptoms should be reported to a doctor as research into the phenomenon is ongoing. It seems coronavirus continues to surprise us over two years on!”
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