Understanding the XBB.1.16 Strain of COVID-19: Symptoms, Risks, and Prevention Tips

Dr. Phairot Suratanavanich, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, revealed that COVID-19 will continue to mutate and the XBB.1.16 virus strain is a combination of Omikron to fight human immunity with both vaccines. and natural immunity The symptoms will be heavy or light depending on the immunity of each person. It is advisable to observe your own symptoms if there is a high fever, cough, the nose does not smell, the tongue does not taste, red eyes, conjunctivitis. It looks like red eyes, itchy rashes, it is recommended to separate and detain yourself first.

Doctor confirms COVID XBB.1.16 is still not worrying, symptoms are not severe

Dr. Manoon reveals the symptoms of a Thai man suspected of being infected with COVID-19 XBB.1.16, with red eyes and sticky eyes.

should see a doctor for screening for COVID-19 to heal Because COVID disease is now easier to contact and also avoids the immune system well Either from vaccination or ready-made immunity (LAAB), which if the symptoms get worse, such as shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, seek medical attention. for treatment in the hospital

Dr. Arkom Chaiweerawatana, director of Metta Pracharak Hospital (Wat Rai Khing), said that COVID-19 disease XBB.1.16 at conjunctivitis symptoms Red eye is a suspicion that many people are watching. and need clarity After discovering the spread of the new virus strain XBB.1.16, red eye symptoms can occur with other symptoms for many reasons. which if we get various germs until it causes conjunctivitis The symptoms of the whites of the eyes are reddish, irritating, burning, tearing, and having more discharge from the eyes than usual. Therefore, the symptoms to watch out for are high fever, cough, nose that doesn’t smell, tongue doesn’t taste, red eyes, conjunctivitis. It looks like red eyes, a rash, and some people don’t have a fever. The symptoms this time are similar to those of allergies. which is a congenital disease of many people cause concern Suspected that this physical abnormality occurred Caused by allergies or being infected with the COVID-19 virus

Red eyes can be divided into two main causes:

• Red eye caused by an infection, such as a common viral infection, adenovirus or bacteria.
• Non-infectious diseases such as conjunctivitis from allergies, etc.

Symptoms of red eye seen in COVID-19 That falls into the first case is From infection with the XBB.1.16 subspecies, conjunctivitis from COVID-19 not a new symptom But found more from the new wave of outbreaks Conjunctivitis is one of the symptoms that can occur in patients with COVID-19. It may or may not occur with other symptoms and may occur after or before other symptoms.

Can differentiate allergies and infection with COVID-19 are

• If you have red eyes Itchy eyes (usually bilateral), watery, and itchy (prominent itching). These are symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis.
• If you have red eyes (one or both eyes), no or little to no tears, discharge in the eyes, no itching, fever, or other respiratory symptoms. This could be a symptom of red eyes from being infected with COVID-19. However, this should be considered in conjunction with other factors. such as
  • Do you have predominant itch? (Predominant itch = allergy)
  • Traveled to a risky area?
  • Have a history of contact with a person who has been confirmed to have COVID-19?
  • Respiratory symptoms, rash, fever?

How is COVID-19 red eye different from normal conjunctivitis?

If the symptoms of red-eye include all of the above. It is advisable to see a doctor for screening for COVID-19. to heal first As for how to prevent the red eye from COVID Even with red eyes from COVID-19 will treat according to the symptoms and generally can be cured by itself If birth prevention is better by suggesting a way to prevent the occurrence of red eyes, which is to wash your hands regularly Wear a hygienic mask every time. Try not to touch your eyes or rub your eyes with your hands, as this could cause infection to enter your eyes.

6 more cases of COVID XBB.1.16 were found, apparently the Myanmar people who died were infected with subspecies.

WHO classifies “XBB.1.16” as a COVID-19 strain requiring attention (VOI).