Covid-19 Delta Plus Variant: What are the symptoms of Delta Plus variant and how can it be avoided?

Covid-19 Delta Plus Variant:  After the second wave of Covid in India, once again the Delta Plus variant of Corona has knocked. Cases of this new form of corona have also been reported in the country. In such a situation, along with following the Covid protocol for protection, it became very important to know about the Delta Plus variant. So let us know what is the delta variant, its symptoms and how can it be prevented?

What is Delta Plus variant

The delta variant of the corona virus, called B.617.2, has also become a mutant and transformed into Delta Plus or AY.1. It has been found not only in India but in many countries of the world, due to which the concern of medical experts is increasing. The addition of the K417N mutation to the spike of the delta variant causes the delta plus variant. That’s the K417N d. It has also been found in the beta variant of the corona virus found in Africa and the gamma variant found in Brazil. Well, scientists are constantly watching through genome sequencing. More information about this may come out soon.

Apart from this, the mutation named K41N which was found in the beta variant in South Africa also gives its symptoms. Therefore it is considered more dangerous. The WHO has termed the delta variant a ‘virus of concern’.

Features of Delta Plus Variant

Delta Plus is highly infectious and is able to bind firmly to the receptor of lung cells. Due to which there is a possibility of early damage to the lungs. It is capable of dodging your immunity. Those who have been affected by the Delta Plus variant have been found to have severe cough and cold and cold symptoms quite different from the previous virus. According to the study, headache, sore throat and runny nose are the most common symptoms associated with the Delta Plus variant.

How to avoid Delta Plus variant?

Like all previous variants of Corona virus, you have to take necessary precautions for the Delta Plus variant.

– Go out of the house only when necessary.

Wear a mask whenever you leave the house, especially wear a double mask.

Wash hands several times a day for 20 seconds.

Keep physical distance i.e. 6 feet distance from people.

Keep your surroundings clean and disinfected at home.

Disinfect every item brought from outside.

Disclaimer: The advice and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be taken as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor if you have any questions or concerns.