Unpacking the hormone therapy breakthrough in treating long Covid: Lisa Jarvis

In the quest to unravel the mysteries of long Covid, scientists are turning their attention to a surprising factor: hormones. Recent research suggests that hormonal differences between men and women could play a crucial role in the severity and manifestation of the condition, with lower testosterone levels in women correlating with more severe symptoms. This groundbreaking finding opens doors to potential treatment avenues, as hormone replacement therapies already exist for other conditions. With millions grappling with long Covid, this discovery not only offers hope for relief but also sheds light on the broader impact of hormones on chronic diseases. It's a clarion call for more inclusive research and a step towards addressing longstanding biases in healthcare.

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By Lisa Jarvis

Among the many mysteries about long Covid, one of the most vexing has been why women seem to experience the condition more often and more severely than men. Now, scientists are starting to think hormones — and the different ways they affect women and men — could be part of the puzzle.

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