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health6 months ago•3 min saved

Razor Blade Throat: A New COVID-19 Symptom and Its Implications

The Nimbus variant of COVID-19 has re-emerged with a new symptom called 'Razor Blade throat,' characterized by severe, sharp throat pain that makes swallowing difficult. This intense pain is due to the virus's aggressive infection of throat cells and the immune response causing inflammation. While similar to other sore throats, this symptom is notably more severe, and affected individuals are advised to stay hydrated, use lozenges, gargle salt water, rest their voice, and take pain relievers. Severe or prolonged symptoms warrant medical attention.

via Times of India|

#covid-19 #health #nimbus-variant

health6 months ago•10 min saved

New 'Razor Blade Throat' COVID Variant Spreading in the US

The Nimbus COVID-19 variant, a descendant of Omicron, causes typical COVID symptoms with a notable 'razor blade' sore throat. Shorter incubation periods and the importance of testing early are emphasized, along with guidance on symptom relief and vaccination. Wastewater monitoring suggests stable COVID levels in the Bay Area, and current vaccines remain effective against this new variant.

via KQED|

#covid-19 #health #nimbus-variant

health6 months ago•3 min saved

Nimbus COVID Variant Causes 'Razor Blade Throat' Surge in California

A new COVID-19 subvariant called Nimbus, part of the Omicron family, is spreading in California, causing severe throat pain described as 'razor blade throat,' and now accounts for 55% of cases in the state, with rising viral levels detected in wastewater surveillance.

via Hindustan Times|

#california #covid-19 #health

health7 months ago•2 min saved

New COVID Variants 'Nimbus' and 'Stratus' Cause Sharp Throat Symptoms

A new COVID-19 variant called Nimbus is spreading in the U.S., causing severe sore throats described as 'razor blade' pain, and now accounts for over a third of cases nationwide. While it does not seem to pose a greater public health threat than other variants, it is being closely monitored. Vaccines remain effective against Nimbus, but recent changes in vaccination recommendations have caused confusion about eligibility.

via Dallas News|

#cdc #covid #health

health1 year ago•10 min saved

"Sore Throat to Life-Threatening Bleeding: Unraveling a Medical Mystery"

Arthur L. Kimbrough experienced a year-long ordeal of intense throat pain that baffled doctors, leading to a life-threatening hemorrhage in February 2022. It was then discovered that he had Stage 3 squamous cell throat cancer caused by HPV-16, which had been growing for over a year and had triggered the bleeding. After undergoing emergency treatment and subsequent chemoradiation, Kimbrough is now recovering and advocating for HPV awareness and vaccination. His case highlights the importance of seeking multiple medical opinions and questioning assumptions, as his cancer was initially missed due to the focus on his spine.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#cancer-diagnosis #health #hpv