Physical, psychological and social problems

Below are the most common problems which may occur after a critical illness. However, they can depend on many factors including age, health status prior to illness, critical illness, length of ICU stay, and underlying medical condition.

Problems after a critical illness

Muscle weakness	Weight loss	Fatigue
Guilt	Voice changes	Insomnia
Irritability	Itching or dry skin	Hair loss
Painful joints	Stress	Social isolation
Depression	Anxiety	Financial problems
Lack of confidence	Poor appetite	Poor concentration
Poor memory	Pins and needles	Sexual problems (impotence, libido)
Body image changes	Feeling tearful or emotional