People who have seasonal allergies are more likely to contract COVID-19.
According to the immunologist Oleg Nazar, in people who have allergies, the mucous membrane is in a less optimal condition, so the chances of getting sick coronavirus increase several times ..
Unfortunately, we can talk about a higher risk of developing various kinds of complications, since the inflammatory process is already underway, and a viral infection will only complicate the patient's condition.The doctor advised allergy sufferers not to stop taking antihistamines during a pandemic, and also try not to leave the house unnecessarily and maintain immunity.
People with allergies should remember that other infections can cause complications, not only coronavirus, but also flu or, for example, herpes.
Obesity is also considered dangerous, most often it is people with extra pounds, and not with cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases, who have had coronavirus with complications and are connected to mechanical ventilation.
The statistics include patients over the age of 65.
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