Asthma at higher risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection in Thailand
1. Are children with asthma at higher risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection in Thailand?
Based on current research, there is no clear evidence that children with asthma in Thailand are at a higher risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection compared to children without asthma.
Here's a summary of the findings:
- Studies suggest no significant difference: A study published in Pediatrics(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9647583/) found no evidence that children with asthma have a higher risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection when compared to healthy children.
- Uncontrolled asthma might be a risk factor: Research suggests that children with uncontrolled asthma might be more susceptible to developing severe COVID-19 if they do become infected (https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/11/7/1745).
It's important to note that this is a developing area of research, and more studies might be needed to provide a definitive answer for the Thailand specific context.