As COVID-19 cases rise in the UK, an expert pharmacist offers guidance on differentiating between sore throats caused by COVID, strep throat, and other infections. With the winter season bringing seasonal illnesses, recognizing the unique symptoms of each ailment is crucial. The article highlights common COVID-19 symptoms like dry cough, fatigue, fever, and loss of taste or smell. It also emphasizes the importance of seeking medical advice for proper diagnosis and treatment.
An expert has spoken about the difference between a sore throat caused by Covid, strep throat and other infections. It comes as coronavirus cases rise across the UK.
Amid these concerns, the NHS has also alerted to the potential of a "quademic" hitting the UK, with flu, norovirus, respiratory syncytial virus , and Covid anticipated to impact a broader population this winter. "In many cases, a sore throat is one of the initial symptoms, often accompanied by a dry cough, fatigue, fever, and sometimes a loss of taste or smell. While most mild cases can be managed with rest and over-the-counter remedies, it's crucial to assess whether COVID-19 could be the cause of your symptoms."
He cautioned that it could also lead to a high fever, general fatigue and potentially tonsillitis. "It's important to recognise that unlike a viral sore throat, strep throat requires antibiotics to prevent complications like rheumatic fever," he said.
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