Should I be worried about getting the COVID-19 omicron variant?
While some have suggested that most people will eventually get the coronavirus, you should do your best to avoid infection with Omicron—there is no justification for deliberately getting infected so you have what you think will be a mild illness that will provide you with more immunity going forward, the doctors say.Jan 24, 2022
What are symptoms of the COVID-19 omicron variant?
All of the variants, including delta and omicron, cause similar COVID-19 symptoms, including cough, fever and fatigue. There is some evidence that fewer people with omicron lose their taste and smell. Omicron is also less likely to cause severe disease such as pneumonia that may require treatment in the hospital.Mar 15, 2022
How long can symptoms of the omicron variant last?
For most patients, symptoms appear to last three to five days, said Dr. Rahul Sharma, the emergency physician-in-chief at the NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center.Mar 14, 2022
What is the treatment for mild COVID-19?
Treatment for COVID-19 depends on the severity of the infection. For milder illness, resting at home and taking medicine to reduce fever is often sufficient. Antiviral pills such as Paxlovid or molnupiravir may be prescribed by a doctor if a patient is eligible.Feb 17, 2022
How long does it take for symptoms of the Omicron COVID-19 variant to appear?
With omicron, symptoms likely come on more quickly once infected. Several preliminary studies have found that the incubation period — the time it takes to develop symptoms after being exposed — is about three days, shorter than any variant yet.Jan 20, 2022
Does the Omicron COVID-19 variant cause more severe disease?
Omicron infection generally causes less severe disease than infection with prior variants. Preliminary data suggest that Omicron may cause more mild disease, although some people may still have severe disease, need hospitalization, and could die from the infection with this variant.
How long do COVID-19 symptoms last?
Acute COVID-19. Active illness can last one to two weeks if you have mild or moderate coronavirus disease, but severe cases can last months. Some people are asymptomatic, meaning they never have symptoms but do have COVID-19.Jan 24, 2022
Is it possible to have lingering symptoms of COVID-19?
"Some symptoms of COVID-19 linger longer than others," says Dr. Septimus. "In particular, fatigue and loss of taste and smell can persist beyond the period of contagion."While uncomfortable and/or inconvenient, Dr. Septimus adds that these lingering symptoms aren't too worrisome for most people.Jan 5, 2022
Is lower back pain associated with the omicron COVID-19 variant?
A report from South Africa's largest health insurer found that a sore throat, congestion, dry cough and lower back pain ranked among the most common early omicron symptoms.Feb 1, 2022
How can I treat symptoms of COVID-19 at home?
Your healthcare provider might recommend the following to relieve symptoms and support your body’s natural defenses:• Taking medications, like acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to reduce fever• Drinking water or receiving intravenous fluids to stay hydrated• Getting plenty of rest to help the body fight the virus
Should you take cold medications if you have COVID-19 without symptoms?
If you have COVID-19 but don't have symptoms, don't take cold medications, acetaminophen (Tylenol), or over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil®) and naproxen (Aleve®). These medications may hide the symptoms of COVID-19.Jan 12, 2022
How long does it take to get better from COVID-19?
Those with a mild case of COVID-19 usually recover in one to two weeks. For severe cases, recovery can take six weeks or more, and for some, there may be lasting symptoms with or without damage to the heart, kidneys, lungs and brain.Jan 24, 2022