Sepsisincreases a persons risk of COVID-19 due to the compromised immune system that results from fighting sepsis.
Some complications of COVID-19 and sepsis overlap.
Beingimmunocompromisedmay lead to more severe health outcomes from COVID-19, including long-term complications.
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Increased risk is due to having a compromised immune system from battling sepsis.
Some health conditions can increase the risk of getting sepsis and COVID-19.
In addition to the risk of infection with COVID-19, there is also the risk of exposure to COVID-19.
Because sepsis is a life-threatening condition, people with sepsis or recovering from sepsis require intense medical care.
Being in a healthcare setting puts people with sepsis at higher risk of being exposed to COVID-19.
Gender may also be at play in sepsis and COVID-19 risk.
Studies have found gender differences in response to sepsis.This stems from both biology and sex hormones of individuals.
The X chromosome has a lot of immunocompetent genes (which benefit immunity).
A significant risk factor for both conditions is a compromised immune system.
People with weakened immunity are more likely to get infections, including viral ones like COVID-19.
While this is necessary, it does impact COVID-19 risk.
Infection prevention is key to reducing that risk.
Sepsis and COVID-19 have overlapping complications, and sepsis is a complication of COVID-19.
However, prevention is possible.
Protecting yourself may take a little extra diligence, but you are not alone.
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COVID-19 infection prevention measures are critical to reducing such risks.
Yes, people with sepsis are at greater risk of COVID-19 complications due to their weakened immune systems.
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