COVID-19 Survivors Experience Aftereffects Such as Reduced Lung Function

South China Morning Post (SCMP), Some Recovered Patients Experience 20-30% Decline in Lung Function
Concerns Over Male Reproductive Function Damage

[Asia Economy Reporter Cho Young-shin] It has been revealed that some recovered patients from the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) are complaining of aftereffects such as decreased lung function.

The South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported on the 13th that some recovered patients in Hong Kong are experiencing problems such as reduced lung function after recovering from COVID-19.

The Infectious Disease Center at Margaret Hospital in Hong Kong stated, "Lung function of discharged COVID-19 patients may decrease by 20 to 30%," adding, "Some recovered patients are reporting such symptoms." There are recovered patients who become short of breath even after walking a little faster.

The Infectious Disease Center conducted lung tests on nine patients, and SCMP reported that all showed patterns similar to pulmonary fibrosis. However, SCMP added that it has not been confirmed whether the COVID-19 virus causes pulmonary fibrosis, which hardens lung tissue.

SCMP also introduced reports of COVID-19 aftereffects in China. The Reproductive Medicine Center at Huazhong University of Science and Technology stated that infection with COVID-19 may cause damage to male reproductive function.

SCMP cited the research team's findings that the COVID-19 spike (S) protein binds to the host's receptor protein (angiotensin-converting enzyme 2) and can cause damage to cells.

The research team explained, "COVID-19 has characteristics similar to SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome)," adding, "In SARS patients, widespread cell destruction occurred due to immune system damage."

SCMP quoted a Chinese urology specialist from Shanghai, stating, "It is not uncommon for many viruses, including hepatitis B, to cause problems with male fertility and potentially lead to infertility issues."

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