Latest news with #MohamedImranLakhii
Daily Record
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Newly identified Covid symptom that shows you have highly infectious Nimbus variant
The World Health Organisation has warned that the extremely infectious variant is spreading fast across the world - and has now been found in the UK as it starts to dominate Doctors are alerting the British public to a new Covid variant known as Nimbus, which bears a unique hallmark - a severe sore throat dubbed 'razor blade throat'. Detected in the UK with rising cases globally since January, Nimbus is proving more resilient to vaccines and past infections compared to other strains, with efficacy slashed by nearly half. Meanwhile, a World Health Organisation spokesman has offered reassurance stating: "Currently approved COVID-19 vaccines are expected to remain effective against this variant against symptomatic and severe disease. "Despite a concurrent increase in cases and hospitalisations in some countries where NB.1.8.1 is widespread, current data do not indicate that this variant leads to more severe illness than other variants in circulation." Patients plagued by Nimbus have reported 'razor blade throat', intense pain while swallowing, resulting in many being left with hoarse voices. Prescription Doctor's Director and Superintendent Pharmacist, Mohamed Imran Lakhii, outlined symptoms associated with Nimbus He noted: "People commonly report a severe sore throat, persistent fatigue, mild cough, fever, muscle aches, and nasal congestion. Some also experience digestive issues like nausea or diarrhoea, which isn't always typical with Covid variants." Furthermore, Dr Naveed Asif, GP at The London General Practice, emphasised the distinctive symptom of this strain, marking out the 'razor blade sensation' in the throat as a primary indicator for Nimbus infection, reports the Mirror. Experts have reassured the public that the new variant is no more perilous than previous mutations. The same preventative measures - good hygiene, hand washing, wearing masks in crowded places and avoiding those who are ill - can be employed. The treatment remains the same: rest, fluids and painkillers. If symptoms persist or worsen, or if there are concerns for oneself or another, it's advised to consult a GP or dial 111. In cases of severe distress, such as difficulty breathing, one should immediately call 999.
Edinburgh Live
a day ago
- Health
- Edinburgh Live
Nimbus Covid: The painful new symptom that is sign you have infectious new strain
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Medical professionals have shed light on identifying the rapidly spreading Covid strain, codenamed Nimbus, which is characterised by a distinct symptom. As the variant, first detected in January, begins to dominate globally, cases have been reported in the UK. Research has shown that vaccines and prior infections are approximately half as effective in blocking Nimbus compared to other strains. According to a World Health Organisation spokesperson, "Currently approved COVID-19 vaccines are expected to remain effective against this variant against symptomatic and severe disease. Despite a concurrent increase in cases and hospitalizations in some countries where NB.1.8.1 is widespread, current data do not indicate that this variant leads to more severe illness than other variants in circulation." Individuals infected with this variant often report experiencing a 'razor blade throat', an extremely sore throat that can leave some people with a hoarse voice. Mohamed Imran Lakhii, Director and Superintendent Pharmacist at Prescription Doctor, noted that common symptoms include a severe sore throat, persistent fatigue, mild cough, fever, muscle aches, and nasal congestion. Additionally, some patients experience digestive issues such as nausea or diarrhoea, which is not typically seen with other Covid variants, reports the Mirror. Dr Naveed Asif, a GP at The London General Practice, highlighted that the NB. 1.8. 1 variant is distinguished by a severe sore throat, often described as a "razor blade sensation". This is a sharp, stabbing pain felt when swallowing, usually at the back of the throat. Specialists assert that the new variant is no more perilous than previous mutations. It can be evaded in the same manner - through maintaining good hygiene, washing hands regularly, wearing masks in crowded areas and steering clear of those who are unwell. The treatment remains the same as well: rest, hydration and painkillers. If your symptoms persist or worsen, or if you're concerned about yourself or someone else, you should consult a GP or dial 111. In case of severe distress, such as difficulty breathing, it's crucial to call 999 immediately.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Very painful new symptom is sign you have infectious Nimbus Covid
Patients have all been reporting the same symptom as the variant spreads across the UK Doctors have explained how to tell if you have the rapidly spreading new strain of Covid - codenamed Nimbus - as it has one specific symptom. Cases of the variant have been found in the UK as it starts to dominate across the world, having been detected in January. It is now the dominant strain in China and makes up a third of cases in the USA, while it is being blamed for a spike in cases in Australia. The Nimbus strain has mutations which make it able to spread more easily - it is more infectious than previous variants. Vaccines and previous infection have been found to be about half as effective at blocking Nimbus as some other strains. A World Health Organisation spokesman said: "Currently approved COVID-19 vaccines are expected to remain effective against this variant against symptomatic and severe disease. Despite a concurrent increase in cases and hospitalizations in some countries where NB.1.8.1 is widespread, current data do not indicate that this variant leads to more severe illness than other variants in circulation." Patients have reported this variant giving them 'razor blade throat', a very sore throat which has left some people with a hoarse voice. Director & Superintendent Pharmacist, Prescription Doctor, Mohamed Imran Lakhii said : "People commonly report a severe sore throat, persistent fatigue, mild cough, fever, muscle aches, and nasal congestion. Some also experience digestive issues like nausea or diarrhoea, which isn't always typical with Covid variants." According to Dr Naveed Asif, GP at The London General Practice, the NB.1.8.1 variant has a distinctive symptom, a severe sore throat known as a "razor blade sensation". This is a sharp, stabbing pain when you swallow, often at the back of the throat. Experts say the new variant is no more dangerous than previous mutations. It can be avoided in the same way - through good hygiene, hand washing, masks in crowded places and avoiding those who are ill. It can be treated in the same way with rest, fluids and painkillers. If your symptoms persist or get worse, or if you are worried about you or someone else you can speak to a GP or call 111. If some is in serious distress, for example struggling to breathe, you should call 999.
