6/2/2020 0 Comments Covid- 19There is a lot of information out there on Covid-19. Here is what I have synthesized from my research. It is an RNA virus which seems to initially attack a host and the first thing it tries to do is replicate itself as fast as possible. During this phase it tries to stay hidden from the host's immune system. This is why a lot of people are asymptomatic initially. Somehow, the virus reaches a stage when it releases a large amount of particles into its host. This is when the host's immune system reacts and the individual starts feeling sick. For a lot of people the illness remains in the nasopharynx and presents as a lingering, hacking cough. But for a few the illness hits other parts of the body including the lung and that's when people develop difficulty breathing and end up on a ventilator.
I think it is important to treat patients early before it reaches this kind of severity. But how do you do that when you don't know if you have caught the virus? Simple, you have to do what you do with other viral infections. You wash your hands before you touch your face. You gargle with warm salt water regularly. You keep yourself hydrated and well rested so your body will be able to fight any infection. Finally, you protect other people from yourself by wearing a mask when you are going to be around people and you will be talking, laughing, singing etc. Visit your primary care provider for an annual physical and call them with any symptoms so they can guide you. Hopefully, you all stay safe and well.
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