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Mother, the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus variant has not ended in Indonesia. In fact, recently the people of the country are being worried about the emergence of the Omicron BA.5 virus.
Omicron BA.5 is believed to be a subvariant that has caused a number of countries, including Indonesia to experience a spike in daily COVID-19 cases.
This subvariant is said to be more infectious than the original BA.1 and Delta strains, and can even escape pre-established immunity.
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Since it is highly contagious, what are the symptoms of Omicron BA.5?
For information, the mutation in the Omicron BA.5 subvariant makes the symptoms that appear change. The most reported symptom of Omicron BA.5 is not fever, but sore throat.
Symptoms of Omicron BA.5 are sore throat
Critical care physician and lung disease specialist, Dr Mike Hansen, recently shared how sore throat symptoms of Omicron BA.5. According to him, these symptoms are very torturing for him, in fact it hurts very much every time he swallows saliva.
“It’s very painful,” said Dr Hansen, quoted from Express UK, Friday (29/7/2022).
“Although my sore throat really doesn’t bother me when I’m about to drink liquids or swallow food, but whenever I have saliva in the back of my throat and about to swallow, it’s very painful,” explains Dr Hansen.
Apart from a sore throat, Dr Hansen also experienced other symptoms, such as fatigue, fever, runny nose and cough.
“The worst part is the first three to four days,” he explained.
According to data from the ZOE Health Study app, sore throat is a common symptom of COVID-19. This condition can be experienced by all age groups, both children and adults. These symptoms are also experienced on average by those who have been vaccinated with two or even three doses.
Sore throat symptoms generally last for five days. On the first day, a sore throat will indeed hurt. But in the next few days, the sore throat that is felt will get better.
“On average, a sore throat can last five days. If your sore throat lasts longer than this, it’s unlikely to be COVID-19,” the ZOE team said.
How to Relieve Sore Throat Symptoms of Omicron BA.5
Speaking of Omicron BA.5 symptom sore throat, there are a number of natural ingredients to relieve this condition. Quoted from the official Penn Medicine page, Friday (29/7) the following information:
1. Salt water
Although it doesn’t give an instant effect, salt water is claimed to be an effective drug to kill bacteria to reduce pain in the throat. The trick, simply mix half a teaspoon of salt with warm water, then gargle with the water.
2. Honey
Honey is known as a sore throat remedy because it has natural antibacterial properties that can heal sores in the throat. In fact, it can relieve pain due to inflammation in the throat.
“Honey is one of the best remedies for a sore throat because of its natural antibacterial properties that allow it to act as a wound healer, relieve pain, and reduce inflammation. Honey can also kill bacteria and help fight viral infections,” says Charlotte Smith, MD, a physician at Penn. Urgent Care South Philadelphia.
The trick, simply mix two tablespoons of honey with a glass of warm water or tea, then mix well. Can be consumed several times a day as needed.
3. Lemon
In addition to salt water and honey, lemon is also very good for relieving a sore throat. The reason is, lemons contain vitamin C which can boost the immune system to fight infections or sore throats.
The trick, mix a teaspoon of lemon juice into a glass of warm water and drink immediately.
4. Spicy Sauce
It may sound strange why you can use hot sauce to relieve a sore throat. However, this ingredient has been shown to relieve sore throats.
Sauces made from paprika or chili are known to contain capsaicin which can be used to fight inflammation and relieve pain in the throat.
The trick, simply pour a few drops of hot sauce into a glass of warm water to gargle.
5. Teh
There are many types of herbal teas that you can try to quickly relieve a sore throat.
For example, clove and green tea both contain antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties to fight infections in the throat. You can also try raspberry, chamomile, and peppermint teas to relieve pain and reduce inflammation in the throat.
“When you’re recovering from an illness, it’s important to rest. If you’re getting ready for bed, it’s probably best to drink decaffeinated tea,” says Dr. Smith.
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