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Dysfunctions/ diseases in endocrine glands/organs that could lead to greater susceptibility to COVID-19
- Pituitary gland: improper functioning of the hypothalamus in association with pituitary gland; changes the metabolism of ADH (regulates the amount of water in the kidneys); abnormal sodium levels
- Thyroid: sick euthyroid syndrome → decrease in size of thyroid gland; changes in TSH levels
- Adrenal gland: increased chance of COVID-19 infection if presented with Cushing’s syndrome (too much cortisol) or Addison’s disease (inadequate aldosterone and cortisol)
- Pancreas: those with diabetes are at higher risk of getting COVID-19
- Bone: low vitamin D and hypocalcemia
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Updated 2020-12-30
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