Autopsies show severe damage to COVID-19 patients' lungs and immune system, according to a doctor in Wuhan reached by the Global Times, who called for measures to prevent fibrosis of the lungs at an early stage of the disease.
"The influence of COVID-19 on the human body is like a combination of SARS and AIDS as it damages both the lungs and immune systems," Peng Zhiyong, director of the intensive care unit of the Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University in Wuhan, told the Global Times on Friday.
Peng said he had just talked to Liu Liang, a forensic specialist from the Tongji Medical College at Huazhong University of Science and Technology. Liu's team has reportedly conducted nine autopsies on deceased COVID-19 patients as of February 24.
"The autopsy results Liu shared inspired me a lot. Based on the results, I think the most important thing now is to take measures at an early stage of the disease to protect patients' lungs from irreversible fibrosis," Peng noted.
If irreversible damage is done, other measures, like those to prevent patients from oxygen deficit, will not be of much use, he said.
Liu's team published a paper on an autopsy they conducted in the Journal of Forensic Medicine on Tuesday.
So even if you survive, except some degree of long term lung damage ? Thus explains the Chinese lung transplants.
grey_whiskers
Your post #1202 presents the most accurate description of the damage covid-9 (Wuhan virus) does to the human body.
The damage done to the human body follows,as noted by 9 autopsies, below:
"Autopsies show severe damage to COVID-19 patients' lungs and immune system, .. who called for measures to prevent fibrosis of the lungs at an early stage of the disease."
"The influence of COVID-19 on the human body is like a combination of SARS and AIDS as it damages both the lungs and immune systems,"
Peng Zhiyong, director of the intensive care unit of the Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University in Wuhan,..."
"Peng said he had just talked to Liu Liang, a forensic specialist from the Tongji Medical College at Huazhong University of Science and Technology.
Liu's team has reportedly conducted nine autopsies on deceased COVID-19 patients as of February 24."
"The autopsy results Liu shared based on the results, I think the most important thing now is to take measures at an early stage of the disease to protect patients' lungs from irreversible fibrosis," Peng noted."
"If irreversible damage is done, other measures, like those to prevent patients from oxygen deficit, will not be of much use, he said."
Conclusion :
The Virus affects most severely, the very young (with undeveloped immune systems), and the elderly (aged 70's +,who already have other contributing medical issues).
Smoking and other pulmonary issues (such as asthma, lung infections, bacterial or fungal, or fibrosis, etc.) affect survival rates.
The earlier that detection of the virus or its effects, occurs, the higher the survival rate.
Protect and develop foods and vitamins which will strengthen your immune system (homeopathic and home made medications).
Wearing an N-95 mask for regular use is not recommended by CDC, as current supplies are needed for professional healthcare workers.
Manufacturers of N-95 masks are increasing national production to respond to the demand.
If ill with an influenza, notify your immediate family and also your physician by phone, and follow instructions.
Prevention cannot be overstated : routine effective washing of hands for 20 seconds, avoid touching face,eyes, nose or other mucous membranes, avoid large groups.
If sick, remain in your house and self-quarantine, household remedies and over the counter medications should be used for the flu.
Use bleach, hand wipes and other health aids routinely around the home, especially in high trafficked areas to prevent bacterial and viral spread.
Do not panic, think logically and with forethought towards minimizing contacts with folks who might possibly, and unknowingly be ill.
Schedule food and medication shopping at "off hours" rather than with the herd.
Does anyone happen to know what those measures would be?
Asking for a friend...