Long COVID and the kidney
“COVID-19 can cause acute kidney injury, and several studies have reported an increased risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) following COVID-19, suggesting that CKD can be a manifestation of long COVID.”
“Kidney doc here.
ACE2 - Angiotensin II are the most important factors for our cardiovascular system.
I have seen COVID cause kidney damage in basically every form we know of. Only one other virus can/does cause as many different kidney issues as COVID does, that virus is HIV.”
(Not new. Known since 2020.)
“COVID-19 is known for its effects on our respiratory system but it can also harm other organs, as new research suggests the coronavirus could heighten the risk of acute kidney disorders.”