A UK pharmacist explains how to distinguish a Covid sore throat from other infections like strep throat, especially with the rise of the XEC variant and the possibility of a 'quademic' this winter.
As the UK continues to grapple with high coronavirus rates, an expert has shed light on how to distinguish a Covid sore throat from one caused by strep or other infections. With the arrival of colder weather and more indoor gatherings, we're at a heightened risk of catching seasonal bugs. But with so many viruses circulating, it's tricky to pinpoint exactly what you might have caught.
The latest stats from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) show that COVID-19 cases are still quite prevalent, with 1,081 confirmed in the week leading up to 4 December, alongside 122 Covid-related deaths in the week before 22 November. Hospital admissions due to Covid also saw a slight increase of 1.5 percent, with 1,085 patients admitted up to 30 November. Experts had previously associated a spike in Covid cases with the emergence of the XEC variant, first identified in Germany and noted for its high transmissibility due to several mutations. Adding to health concerns, the NHS has recently highlighted the possibility of a 'quademic' hitting the UK, with flu, norovirus, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and Covid potentially impacting many this winter. Considering this, an expert revealed how to identify the potential cause of a sore throat, including other warning signs to look out for. Phil Day, superintendent pharmacist at Pharmacy2U (pharmacy2u.co.uk), shared his insights, reports the Mirror. Covid If a sore throat is accompanied by four other specific symptoms, it might indicate infection with the XEC variant of Covid, according to Phil. He explained: 'The XEC variant of COVID-19 has added another layer of complexity to the sore throat diagnosis. 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 symptom
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