Covid 4th wave , Covid Omicron BA.2 variant symptoms: A few months after the third wave calmed down, Corona has once again started causing havoc. This time Omicron’s subvariant BA.2 (Omicron BA.2) and Deltacron formed by the fusion of Omicron and Delta is causing havoc. Due to the increasing number of new cases, it is feared that the fourth wave may come anytime.
Omicron’s subvariant BA.2, also called Stealth Omicron, is not as lethal as the delta variant but has the potential to spread rapidly. This variant has created a ruckus in many countries of Asia and Europe. According to a report, there have been more than 15 million new cases in the last week in Asia and Europe. (Covid 4th wave)
Here in Britain, Deltacron has created havoc. This variant has been prepared by joining Delta and Omicron. This is not its official name. It has spikes that look like the Omicron variant. This hybrid variant was discovered in January 2022. So far, only a few cases have been reported around the world. Let us know what the symptoms of these two variants are.
Are Deltacron and BA.2 ‘Variants of Concern’?
The existence of Deltacron was acknowledged by World Health Organization (WHO) officials. However, there is not much data available regarding the extent and severity of its spread. This is the reason why it has not got an official name yet. Similarly, Omicron has not been considered as a variant of concern. ( Covid 4th wave )
Symptoms of Deltacron
It is important to keep in mind that Deltacron was created out of the fusion of Delta and Omicron. Delta has been considered the deadliest form of Corona ever, while the symptoms of Omicron are mild. Thus, sufferers of this variant may experience some mild and severe symptoms. Its symptoms include:
- Headache
- High fever followed by sweating or chills
- Sore throat
- Persistent cough
- Strange tiredness or loss of energy
- Body aches and pains
Symptoms of Omicron BA.2
According to the studies done to understand it, its two typical symptoms are mainly dizziness and fatigue. They can be felt within two to three days of being infected with the virus and can last longer.
Abdominal symptoms associated with Omicron BA.2
It is being said that it affects the stomach more than the nose. However, according to a report, the sample taken from the nose for this can give a wrong report. Due to its effect on the stomach, the patient may experience digestive problems like nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, heartburn, and bloating.
Other Symptoms of Omicron BA.2
- Fever
- Cough
- sore throat
- Headache
- muscle fatigue
- increased heart rate