COVID-19 Infection Presenting With Severe Hydrocephalus and Acute Stroke: A Case Report.

Hydrocephalus is the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the cerebral ventricles and is considered an emergency in acute presentation. Hydrocephalus typically presents with symptoms of headache, nausea, vomiting, lethargy, vision changes and seizure; furthermore, narrowing down the underlying etiology of hydrocephalus can aid in treatment and management options. We present a rare case of a patient that presented with a recent diagnosis of COVID-19 and was found to have acute hydrocephalus and stroke. The aim of this case report is to explore the link between COVID-19 and the development of hydrocephalus and stroke by delineating the underlying pathophysiology of COVID-19 as well as the etiologies of hydrocephalus and possible management strategies. We hope to highlight the importance of keeping an open differential for presentations of headaches and also emphasize the potential complications of COVID-19 infection to help better patient outcomes.

Nutrition within and beyond covid-19: A review to explore the immunity boosting potential of nutrients to strengthen the adaptive immunity response

The immunocompromised disease is a health condition characterized by weakened immunity due to comorbidities (like cancer and HIV), medical procedures (including surgeries, bone marrow, organ, and stem cell transplantation), and treatments resulting in susceptibility, the severity of disease or recurrent infections. An immunocompromised individual is at increased risk of getting infected and progressing of disease present. In the presence of a global pandemic amidst several communicable infections, there is an increase in so many burdens related to health and wellness;a lot of individuals have become more concerned about their health, nutrient intake, and wellbeing. A healthy functioning immune system is very essential for body function and the need for immune-modulatory micronutrients, for instance, zinc, vitamin A Vitamin D emerges either through supplementation or from a natural source (which is optimum) for a healthy population. The immune systems are comprised of important cells (innate and adaptive immune response) responsible for performing defence and regulatory functions in the body. This review focuses on the implication of micronutrients in the regulation and maintenance of the immune system for the proper functioning and prevention against disease development, progression, or severity of these diseases.