The spike protein plays a pivotal role in the virus’s ability to enter host cells, and both natural infection and vaccination induce its production. What is Spike Protein? What is Spike Protein?
In viruses like coronaviruses, there’s a special protein on their surface called the spike protein. This protein is a key that helps the virus get into our cells. It does this by attaching to receptors on our cells’ surface. If you look at the virus under a super powerful microscope, the spike protein looks like little spikes sticking out from the virus. The spike protein on the virus attaches to a human cell surface protein called Angiotensin Converting Enzyme 2 (ACE2). There’s a point in the protein between two parts where an enzyme called Furin targets that point. Furin cleavage is vital for the virus to enter human lung cells, and viral spread between cells. Another aspect of the spike protein is its potential transmission from vaccinated individuals to the unvaccinated, resulting in illness among the latter. Some refer to this phenomenon as shedding, a process observed in various viruses. The more COVID shots one receives, the greater the likelihood of shedding the spike protein. The spike protein plays a pivotal role in the virus’s ability to enter host cells, and both natural infection and vaccination induce its production. Potential Health Impacts of Spike Protein Potential Health Impacts of Spike Protein
There are some potential adverse effects related to both COVID-19 and vaccination, focusing on various organ systems: Cardiovascular System: Cardiovascular System:
The spike protein from the virus or vaccine may cause cardiovascular damage, leading to thrombosis (blood clotting) and myocarditis (heart inflammation). The spike protein’s interaction with ACE2 receptors can upset the ACE2/ACE balance, impacting cardiovascular health. Sudden cardiac deaths may result from spike protein-induced cell-cell membrane fusion in cardiomyocytes. Neurological Effects: Neurological Effects:
SARS-CoV-2 and vaccine-induced spike proteins may cause neurological damage by crossing the blood-brain barrier and inducing inflammation in microglia and astrocytes. Increased blood-brain barrier permeability and decreases in serotonin may contribute to neurodegenerative conditions. Liver: Liver:
The liver is a target for COVID-19 and vaccination, with the highest concentration in the liver post-vaccination. Spike-induced inflammation may contribute to portal vein thrombosis, impacting patients, especially those with pre-existing liver conditions. Menstrual Issues: Menstrual Issues:
Menstrual problems, more prevalent post-vaccination, include excessive bleeding and changes in reproductive-age women. Potential mechanisms involve the spike protein affecting the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis and inducing inflammation in the ovaries and the uterus. The Epoch Times reviewed the U.S. Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS), the United Kingdom’s Yellow Card Reporting system, South Africa’s VAERS database, and numerous peer-reviewed studies, selecting the top reported adverse events with literature support. The Clinicians have listed six pathways through which the spike protein can cause damage: Immune dysregulation Blood clotting and vascular damage Mitochondrial dysfunction Mast cell activation syndrome Autoimmune reactions Tissue damage through spike persistence The graphs below enlarge when clicked:
This content was originally published here.
