Thread by @DrSubhasree

As we already know that #COVID19 is majorly affecting people who are living with #Diabetes Mellitus, high BP, high cholesterol, and obesity, in this thread, the association between diabetes and infections are explained.

1. How diabetes affects the body (from head to toe).

2. Immunity and Diabetes: Diabetes has been associated with the reduced response of T cells, neutrophil function, and disorders of humoral immunity. Consequently, the disease increases the susceptibility to infections.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10575137/

3. What are the major infections associated with diabetes?

There is clinical evidence pointing to the higher prevalence of infectious diseases among individuals with diabetes mellitus.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16007521/

4. How to manage diabetes?

Some general tips are mentioned in the attached infographics. However, a customized management plan is recommended to to each individual after consulting with a doctor and physician.

Doctor and nutritionist*