Table 2. Overall prevalence and average impact of symptomatic themes.
| Theme | Overall prevalence (%) in full sample | Average impact (0–4) in full sample |
|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 85.5 | 1.60 |
| Social role dissatisfaction | 45.5 | 1.67 |
| Breathing difficulties | 66.4 | 1.34 |
| Impaired body image | 54.5 | 1.30 |
| Impaired sleep and daytime sleepiness | 73.5 | 1.43 |
| Difficulty thinking | 62.5 | 1.28 |
| Limitations with your physical function | 72.8 | 1.54 |
| Gastrointestinal issues | 59.3 | 1.38 |
| Social role limitations | 43.7 | 1.27 |
| Emotional issues | 73.0 | 1.54 |
| Pain | 50.7 | 1.16 |
| Inability to do activities | 61.6 | 1.64 |
| Communication difficulties | 27.4 | 1.00 |
| Choking or swallowing issues | 28.7 | 0.79 |
Prevalence (%) and average impact (0–4) of symptomatic themes evaluated in the full cross-sectional study sample (n=139).