Cells lining blood vessels, which supply the affected areas, were found to play a critical role in the development of both conditions.
Scientists believe they can finally explain the skin condition known as ‘Covid toes’.
Findings from new research, published in the British Journal of Dermatology, show ‘Covid toes’ may be a side effect of the immune system’s response to fighting off the virus. They examined 50 participants with ‘Covid toes’ and 13 with similar chilblains that arose before the pandemic.It typically develops within a week to four weeks of someone catching coronavirus
He said: ‘The epidemiology and clinical features of chilblain-like lesions have been extensively studied and published, however, little is known about the pathophysiology involved.They are typically red and swollen, and can become purple over time. They can also blister.For some, it is painless, but the rash can be extremely sore and itchy, with tender blisters and swelling.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Covid-19: Travel advice changed and call for universal credit vote➡️ Travel advice changed ➡️ Call for universal credit vote ➡️ Gender pay gap fails to improve Five things you need to know about the pandemic this evening ⬇️
Read more »
Covid-19: Teachers isolating more of a concern, head saysNorthamptonshire's high Covid rates are driven by 10 to 19-year-olds, say public health officials.
Read more »
Girl, 10, dies of Covid after claims she was responsible for sick school pupilsTeresa Sperry told her parents she was responsible for escorting any classmates who were not feeling well out of the classroom before she fell ill and died in hospital of Covid
Read more »
Shock at swabs and detritus left in NEC Covid test roomThe Birmingham venue says the condition of the portacabin was 'unacceptable'.
Read more »
Covid-19: Ireland's economy to recover ‘by end of 2021’Ireland's Central Bank expects the economy to return to pre-pandemic levels by the end of the year.
Read more »
'Covid toes' symptom is explained in new study after sufferers report swellingThe Covid symptom results in chilblain-like inflammation and redness on the hands and feet, with the condition sometimes lasting for months at a time
Read more »