Most of the time, minor side effects from mRNA COVID-19 vaccines go away in a few days. In May 2022, the new type of SARS-CoV-2, known as BA.2.86, was first found in India. After that, it was found in several other countries, such as the US, Canada, and the UK. The BA.2.86 variant is a subvariant of the Omicron variant, which is the most common type of SARS-CoV-2 around the world. The BA.2.86 version has several changes that make it easier to spread than earlier variants. Some COVID-19 treatments may not work as well on it either.
There needs to be more studies, though, to find out how bad the BA.2.86 variant is and how it affects COVID-19 outcomes. The CDC is still monitoring the BA.2.86 type and trying to learn more about its symptoms, how bad they are, and how easily they can be passed on. Here are some more things to remember about the BA.2.86 version:
Scientists are still learning more about the BA.2.86 type because it is still pretty new.
More people can get the BA.2.86 version than earlier variants, but it’s unclear if it’s worse. Some treatments for COVID-19 may not work as well on the BA.2.86 form, but it’s unclear how much worse it performs. It’s important to know what the latest news is about the BA.2.86 version and to follow the CDC’s advice on how to avoid getting COVID-19.
Subvariants
We have yet to fully understand the signs of the new type of SARS-CoV-2 called BA.2.86. For now, though, it seems to be like the signs of other Omicron subvariants, like BA.2.12.1 and BA.4. Some of these signs are:
Fever and Cough
Being unable to breathe
Being tired
Aches in muscles
Throat hurts
NOS THAT RUN OR STuffY
Not being able to smell or taste
Having diarrhea
Getting lost
Eye pink
It’s important to remember that not everyone who has BA.2.86 will have symptoms. Some people may not have any symptoms, so they do not have the virus. It is essential to get checked for COVID-19 if you have been exposed to BA.2.86. You can get checked out at a drugstore, a doctor’s office, or the local health department.
Symptoms
More things to remember about the signs of BA.2.86 are listed below:
The signs of BA.2.86 might be the same as those of other illnesses, like the flu or a cold. The CDC is still monitoring the BA.2.86 type and trying to learn more about its symptoms, how bad they are, and how easily they can be passed on. If any of these things happen to you, you should immediately see a doctor. COVID-19 can be very dangerous, so getting help right away is essential.
As you think about these more COVID-19 signs, keep these things in mind:
It can take up to 14 days after exposure to the virus for COVID-19 signs to show up.
Some people might not have any signs at all.
People with COVID-19 may have signs like those of other illnesses, like the flu or a cold.
If you have COVID-19, you should see a doctor right away.
