Hi Doc, My son is g6pd deficient. I wanted to ask about covid and his deficiency, is he at high risk of getting severe symtoms? Also, whay foods amcan I give him to increase immunity.

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Swapnil SaxenaAyurvedic Physician4 years ago

A. it cannot be predicted that he will get Mild symptoms or severe symptoms mostly it will be mild for babies as of now you need to take care by giving some immunity boosting supplements in Ayurveda also and consult the doctor personally

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