Cytokine storm. What are the symptoms?

In order to understand cytokine storms, we first need to understand what cytokines are. They are basically proteins (glycoproteins) that are produced by different types of body cells. They aid in many functions of the body which include immunity and inflammatory responses. However, things can go terribly wrong if the body releases too much cytokine. It can trigger a reaction that can turn fatal. The phenomenon where the body releases too much cytokine is called Cytokine Storm.. The body begins to attack its own cells and tissues instead of fighting the virus. It is said that many sick patients with COVID-19 have their blood flowing with high levels of immune system proteins, which are called cytokines. These normally happen in case of autoimmune diseases, in certain cancer treatments. And as per studies, the intensity of the cytokine storm that COVID triggers is quite strong!

few signs patients should monitor..when such symptoms appear,you should prompt your doctor immediately 1.breathlessness from 5th day of disease 2.saturation less than 94 3.Persisting fever above 100..which doesn't reduce with multiple doses of paracetamol..

prompt your doctor immediately..Timely management of vivid can prevent a person from detiorating or admitting in a hospital.. Hope this helped.. Stay safe and healthy..