Ellen DeGeneres recently shared her experience with COVID-19, revealing an unexpected and debilitating symptom: severe back pain. The talk show host, who contracted the virus in December 2020 despite taking precautions, described the pain as excruciating and unlike anything she had anticipated. Her candid admission has drawn attention to the lesser-known effects of the virus, which can vary widely from person to person.
DeGeneres recounted her ordeal, stating, “What they don’t tell you is that you will have severe back pain. I had no notion that was a symptom until I spoke with a few other people.” Her comments highlight how COVID-19 symptoms can extend beyond the commonly recognized fever, cough, and fatigue. Many sufferers have reported unusual manifestations, including muscle aches, neurological issues, and, as in Ellen’s case, intense back pain.
