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By Aayushi Gupta

Published Dec 23, 2022

5 Symptoms of Covid Omicron Variant BF.7

Covid-19 isn't over yet! Four cases of BF.7, an Omicron strain responsible for the recent surge of cases in China, have been reported in India so far. Watch out for these 5 symptoms of it!

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Fever

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This omicron variant's symptoms are pretty similar to those of other variants, therefore having a mild to high fever is one of them.

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Runny Nose

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Even though Covid-19 is known to cause aches and fever, a cold with a runny nose is quite common. This can even lead to sneezing and headache.

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Sore Throat

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This variant is more likely to cause sore throat. It can be uncomfortable, and you might experience swelling, difficulty in speaking, an itchy throat, and redness in the back of the throat.

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Fatigue

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BF.7 leads to respiratory infection-like symptoms, including fatigue. It may drain your energy and leave you feeling dull and tired.

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Cough

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Cold and cough are the most common symptoms. You might possibly experience a cough that produces phlegm, a thick mucus that can be challenging to manage.

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This variant may not cause serious complications but it can spread more quickly. So, if you're someone who's suffering from these symptoms, get a Covid test and seek professional treatment immediately.

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