preprint finds that a #SARSCoV2 variant mimics human liver protein that may trigger T-cell autoimmunity—thus might damage the liver. Authors suggest it could explain a surge in children hepatitis. Note: ORF-1 protein is not found in vaccines.
'We're done with COVID, but COVID is not done with us': Doctors warn of new sub omicron variant wave
"New hypothesis being created out there that previous COVID infections prime your immune system. Co-infection w/new virus creates antigens that are common w/ liver antigens as well. U get this kind of autoimmune hepatitis related to past COVID infection"