Tribunnews.com Reporter, Aisyah Nursyamsi
TRIBUNNEWS.COM, JAKARTA – Spokesperson for the Covid-19 Handling Task Force, Prof. Wiku Adisasmito mentions if diabetes Mellitus is a comorbid that is often found in Covid-19 patient.
On the other hand, Diabetes Mellitus contributes a lot to the Covid-19 death rate. This happens because one aspect of Diabetes relates to the inner cells of blood vessels or endothelium.
“These cells play a very important role in Covid-19 infection. In addition, it is known that in diabetic patients, the immune system decreases and affects the production of limited antibodies against infection,” he said at a virtual press conference, Thursday (24/3/2022).
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Therefore, the public is urged to continue to be disciplined in carrying out health protocols.
Including the elderly and have comorbidities. In addition, it also intensifies the Covid-19 vaccination and leads a healthy lifestyle.
“However, especially for comorbid patients, especially diabetes, make sure the disease remains under control by ensuring sugar levels are within normal ranges,” said Wiku again.
In addition, make sure the patient diabetes and other comorbidities receive adequate treatment from a doctor. Take the drug according to the dosage and doctor’s advice,
Then consult with your doctor first before getting vaccinated. As well as fulfilling nutritional needs with a daily diet according to the guidelines for diabetic patients.
“Limit or avoid sugar consumption. Vaccinations must also be intensified, including booster efforts,” he concluded.
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