COVID-19 has a low death rare relative to many diseases, but a cytokine storm may occur to some who acquire it.
A cytokine storm is a severe immune response in which the body violently attacks itself. The full force of the immune system acts against all organs and body systems.
A drug trial turned deadly in the UK, and patients went into cytokine storm.
You can watch the YouTube video about this trial below:
This scary complication is rare, but can happen. Those with autoimmune disorders may also experience this syndrome. Those who survive may suffer for the rest of their lives.
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https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20200417/cytokine-storms-may-be-fueling-some-covid-deaths