Evaluation of the Relationship between Vitamin D Deficiency and the Epidemiology of COVID-19
Journal Title: Journal of Clinical Medical Research - Year 2022, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
COVID-19 infectious disease appeared in 2019 and soon spread worldwide. The most important symptom of death is Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Factors associated with the worse prognosis of COVID-19 include age, ethnicity, gender, obesity, diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure and these factors are associated with vitamin D deficiency or response [1]. As we know that vitamin D can affect the immune system, we decided to evaluate the effect of vitamin D on the severity of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Two studies found no evidence to support the effect of vitamin D deficiency on the severity of Quid-19 and there was no evidence of a protective effect of vitamin D against SARS-CoV-2 infection. Also, the other 2 studies can be limited. But most studies have found a significant association between vitamin D deficiency and the severity of COVID-19 disease. They found that vitamin D affects phosphate and magnesium metabolism, which may play an important role in the pathogenesis of COVID 19 [2].
Authors and Affiliations
Kowsar Heydari1,2, Narges Mohammadi1,2, Fatemeh Hoseinnejad1,2, Ali Ahmadi2*
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP701779
- DOI http://dx.doi.org/10.46889/JCMR.2022.3107
- Views 84
- Downloads 0
Superior Oral Bioavailability of Epigallocatechin Gallate from TèPigal 300®, a Dietary Supplement Versus a Cup of Green Tea
Background: Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG), a potent compound found in green tea, is renowned for its multifaceted health benefits. Unfortunately, despite its therapeutic potential, the bioavailability of EGCG remains a...
The Effect of Different Taping on Balance and Strength in an Older Adult with Ankle Osteoarthritis
Background: Ankle Osteoarthritis represents an important limiter on different aspects of efficient functioning of the ankle joints. The purpose of this study was to examine if application of zinc white tape and Kinesiota...
A Comparative Study of the Effects of Ethanolic Extract of Sesamum indicum Seeds and Mesterolone on Some Testicular Morphometry of Adult Male Wistar Rats Secondary to Ketoconazole-Induced Damage
Aim: The study aimed at comparing the effects of ethanolic extract of Sesamum indicum seeds with mesterolone on some testicular morphometry following ketoconazole induced damage in Wistar rats. . Methods: Thirty-six (...
Assessment of Some Micronutrients and Vitamins of HIV Positive Patients in South-South Nigeria
Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection continues to be a serious health issue in most parts of the world, with a global prevalence of 0.7% among adults, the majority being in developing countries with l...
An Upper Airway Obstruction by Dieffenbachia: A Case Report
Background: Dumb cane, or Dieffenbachia, is a tropical decorative house plant belonging to the Araceae family and the Arum class and its colored leaves are appealing to children. Objective: The rationale of this repor...