Why are the new viruses most serious in the elderly? What should the elderly pay attention to during the epidemic?

During the outbreak of the novel coronavirus pneumonia, we have noticed that more elderly people have been reported to be in critical condition. The reason why this group has more serious consequences after being infected with the novel coronavirus is that these patients have relatively serious comorbidities and organ damage. Once infected, the disease becomes more complicated and causes greater harm to the human body.

Why is the new virus most serious among the elderly?

First, middle-aged and elderly people have poor physical fitness and low immunity, making it difficult for them to resist viral attacks. If they already have other diseases, it would be even worse!

Second, the way middle-aged and elderly people receive and digest information is not as quick and sensitive as that of young people, which leads to underestimation and downplaying of the epidemic. Psychologically, they fail to take it seriously, and their stubbornness due to their old age makes them unwilling to listen to advice.

Third, the disease is delayed. Older people are not sensitive to the symptoms and the disease is delayed again and again, thus missing the opportunity for treatment.

What should the elderly pay attention to during the epidemic

1. Strictly follow the requirements of health administrative departments at all levels to prevent new coronavirus pneumonia.

2. Steadily control blood pressure, blood sugar, blood lipids and other indicators, monitor blood pressure and blood sugar at home on a daily basis, and take medication strictly according to the doctor's orders.

3. Pay attention to maintaining a good mood and overcoming anxiety during the period of home isolation.

4. Pay attention to maintaining good living habits, eat a low-salt, low-fat, low-sugar diet, exercise moderately, and ensure sleep.

5. If there are signs of infection, please isolate yourself and go to the hospital for treatment if necessary.

What impact does the new virus have on patients with chronic diseases?

No matter how sick the elderly are, they will die if they are infected with an epidemic or a common cold in winter. This is normal because their immune resistance is low. This epidemic is too contagious, too many people are infected, and it is a new virus. There are no effective antiviral drugs, which prolongs the illness and causes some elderly, weak, and chronically ill people to die.

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