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Very severe long COVID linked to differences in lung and mouth microbiomes

Changes in lung and mouth microbiomes linked to severe long COVID

By Archynetys Intelligence Desk · Published October 13, 2026 10:28 UTC · Updated October 13, 2026 10:28 UTC

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What are the key findings of the study?

The study found that individuals with very severe long COVID have altered airway and oral microbiomes compared to those with mild cases.

Which outlets have reported on the study?

Multiple outlets, including National Herald, MedPage Today, and Medical Xpress.

What are the implications of the study's findings?

The research has implications for the development of targeted treatments for long COVID.

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Changes in the lung and mouth microbiomes have been linked to severe long COVID. The study found that individuals with very severe long COVID have altered airway and oral microbiomes compared to those with mild cases.

The UK study's findings suggest that differences in the bacterial mix in the mouth and lungs may be a contributing factor to the severity of long COVID symptoms. The study's results have been reported by multiple outlets, including National Herald, MedPage Today, and Medical Xpress.

The research has implications for the development of targeted treatments for long COVID, and further studies are needed to confirm the findings and explore their potential applications.

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