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GlossarySARS-CoV (SARS Coronavirus)

virus causing severe respiratory illness, identified in 2003

SARS-CoV, or Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus, is a virus that causes a contagious and sometimes fatal respiratory illness. It was first identified in 2003 during an outbreak in Asia and is known for causing severe respiratory symptoms, including fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. SARS-CoV is part of the coronavirus family, which also includes the virus responsible for COVID-19.

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Spironolactone: An Anti-Androgenic and Anti-Hypertensive Drug That May Provide Protection Against the Novel Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) Induced Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) in COVID-19

research Spironolactone: An Anti-Androgenic and Anti-Hypertensive Drug That May Provide Protection Against the Novel Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) Induced Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) in COVID-19

36 citations, July 2020 in “Frontiers in Medicine”

Spironolactone might help protect against severe lung problems in COVID-19 patients.

research Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)

84 citations, March 2010 in “Infectious Disease Clinics of North America”

The document concludes that rapid identification, isolation, and strict infection control are crucial to manage SARS outbreaks.

research Sex Differences in SARS-CoV-2 Infection Rates and the Potential Link to Prostate Cancer

113 citations, July 2020 in “Communications biology”

Men, especially older ones with health issues like prostate cancer, may have worse COVID-19 outcomes and could benefit from therapies targeting male hormones.

research Targeting Host Cell Proteases as a Potential Treatment Strategy to Limit the Spread of SARS-CoV-2 in the Respiratory Tract

15 citations, December 2020 in “Pharmacology Research & Perspectives”

Blocking enzymes that help the virus enter cells could be a promising way to treat COVID-19.

research Skin Tissue: A Place for SARS-CoV-2 to Multiply and Transmit?

1 citations, September 2021 in “Advances in skin & wound care”

SARS-CoV-2 might infect and multiply in skin tissue, possibly aiding in its transmission.

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Young people who have used finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss, with generally positive results reported by those taking the treatments.