The situation around the world has become complicated. So far there are 339 million Covid-19 cases and the number increases daily. Although during the last weeks the rhythm has accelerated in a rhythm that had not been seen before. For this reason, some countries have had to tighten their measures to avoid more serious consequences. The main responsible for what we are experiencing today is the Omicron Variant because it is not only more infectious but also has a different behavior that causes its first symptoms to be different from the others.
It was only at the end of November 2021 that the first cases of this mutation were reported. Although it was first detected in South Africa, it immediately spread to the rest of the world with great ease.
First effects it generates
At the moment it is estimated that 70 percent of the new cases throughout the planet correspond to the Omicron Variant. With this, it has already managed to displace Delta as the dominant one, something that no other had achieved. While, thanks to the current works, more is known about their affectations. In fact, the first symptoms it causes have been identified to be able to identify it more easily.
An investigation of Tufts Medical Center described some discomforts that patients often have. It does not occur in all cases, but it does in the majority, and all of them should function as warning signs.
- Diarrhea.
- Sickness.
- Threw up.
In that sense, these affections also work to differentiate cases of the Omicron Variant from other infections such as the flu. Especially in the winter season, respiratory problems increase and most have features in common.
However, the GI upset seems to be unique to the Omicron Variant. In fact, they are the first symptoms to appear and in this way a person may have suspicions that they are infected.
How to get an accurate result?
Although in any case it is necessary to point out that only through professional PCR or antigen tests is it possible to identify cases of Covid-19. In no way should conclusions be drawn in advance until the results are received.
Similarly, in no way should one fall into self-medication because it is one of the worst practices that exist and must be eradicated. The biggest problem is that it affects the patient but also everyone else. To date it is one of the causes of the drug resistance and if it continues by 2050 it could become the leading cause of death in the world.