Open AccessThe Immunologic Role of Vitamins C and D and Their Potential in the Management of COVID-19 Infections
Author(s) -
Chrystal D. Antoine-Frank,
Rimanatou Seyni Boureima,
Kaydeonne T. Ellis,
M. Antoine,
Merina Shrestha
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
international journal of innovative research in medical science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2455-8737
DOI - 10.23958/ijirms/vol06-i09/1212
Subject(s) - covid-19 , coronavirus , medicine , respiratory system , immune system , betacoronavirus , immunology , pneumonia , intensive care medicine , virology , disease , infectious disease (medical specialty) , outbreak
The Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 causes COVID-19 infection. Vitamins C and D have been investigated for their effects on COVID-19 including the severity of it’s symptoms and complications. These vitamins may provide some benefits against the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 as they modulate the immune system in addition to having anti-viral effects. This review will investigate the effects of vitamins C and D on COVID-19 infection to determine their benefits in the management of patients infected by the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2.