These efforts to increase the strength of the immune system boggle the mind.
Some coronavirus patients are dying of cytokine storms—which is not a problem with weak immunity, but is a consequence of having a strong immune system that has never seen that particular pathogen before.
Also, unrelated to Covid-19, but overactive immune systems are responsible for auto-immune diseases.
Usually, when people try to claim to have the secret to strengthening the immune system, they’re trying to sell snake oil.
“Usually, when people try to claim to have the secret to strengthening the immune system, they’re trying to sell snake oil.”
Absolutely. Yes.
“Some coronavirus patients are dying of cytokine storms—which is not a problem with weak immunity, but is a consequence of having a strong immune system that has never seen that particular pathogan...”
Anecdotal reports, but reported nonetheless. How many? And are these supposedly the younger patients? I think that’s the implication.
Cytokine Storm so-called is associated with various infections and can cause organ damage.
Not much is known as to why cytokine storms take place. Immune system is still very unknown because it is so complex. I don’t think attributing it to “strong” or “weak” immune systems is the way to go. It’s due to a dysregulation that isn’t really understood. Which is because the immune system is so complex.
Every person who has psoriasis knows the powerless feeling of cytokine storms under their skin.
Now image that in your lungs.