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Hong38almost 4 years ago

What is the relationship between diabetes and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)?

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almost 4 years ago

Diabetes mellitus compromises the innate immunity of an individual. This immunity is the first line of defense against viral infections including COVID-19. This happens when long-standing hyperglycemia impairs the immunity making an individual susceptible to infections. Moreover, diabetes increases affinity of cellular binding and entry of virus thus, increased risk of hyperinflammation and cytokine syndrome. It decreases viral clearance and T cell function.

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