[The Epoch Times, August 25, 2022](The Epoch Times reporter Wu Donghua Hong Kong comprehensive report) Every season changes, the climate is unstable and the temperature difference between morning and night is large.coldmore and more people. The common symptoms of infection with Omicron are similar to those of a cold. So how can you tell if you are infected with the new coronavirus or the common cold?HaveTraditional Chinese MedicineThe teacher pointed out the symptoms and differences of the new coronavirus, Omicron variant virus, common flu and cold, and reminded 5 measures to protect yourself and avoid being infected.
The COVID-19 epidemic is still raging around the world, with more than 500 million confirmed cases.Among them, the Omicron variant is the main virus strain. The existing data show that although Omicron is easily transmitted, the symptoms following the onset of infection are milder than those of ordinary viruses.coldvery similar.
according toCOVID-19 symptomsTracking software ZOE data shows that the five most common symptoms among patients who tested positive for COVID were a runny nose (83%), fatigue (71%), sore throat (69%), headache (69%) and sneezing (68%) .
In this regard, TaiwanTraditional Chinese MedicineLou Zhongliang, the founding chairman of the Preventive Health Care Association, posted on Facebook that the symptoms of Omicron variant virus and new coronavirus are similar to common colds and flu, but carefully compare the symptoms of new coronavirus, Omicron variant virus, common flu and colds. After the features, you can tell the difference between:
cold: Fever, respiratory symptoms and 1-2 systemic symptoms.
influenza: Fever, headache, respiratory symptoms, systemic symptoms, muscle aches.
Coronavirus disease: Fever, dry cough, fatigue, a few have nasal congestion or runny nose, loss of taste/smell, muscle pain, diarrhea.
Omicron: Dry cough, extreme fatigue, muscle soreness, hoarse throat, a few fever, loss of taste/smell.
Among them, respiratory symptoms include cough, runny nose, nasal congestion, sore throat, etc.; systemic symptoms include headache, body aches, fatigue, etc.
Dr. Lou pointed out that colds are usually caused by cold, rain, excessive fatigue, and weakened immunity. Influenza is more common in seasonal changes, and the virus is transmitted through droplets, usually a group of people are infected at the same time.
He emphasized that the infection routes of the new crown and Omicron variants are divided into air transmission and contact transmission. The former is through coughing and begging and sneezing, and the latter is touching the virus-carrying object, surface or handshake and then touching the mouth, nose or eyes. The difference from common colds and flu is that when symptoms such as fever, dry cough (hoarseness), fatigue (muscle soreness), loss of taste/smell, etc. appear, it may be a precursor to new coronary pneumonia and Omicron, and patients should consider seeking medical attention.
Dr. Lou reminded that although we don’t know when the epidemic will end, everyone should take good disinfection and epidemic prevention measures to avoid being infected. He also summed up the 5 major self-protection measures:
reduce travel: Especially during holidays, avoid high-risk areas.
Avoid going to crowded places: Contact with confirmed cases will increase the chance of infection, try to avoid going to crowded places.
wear a mask: If a patient coughs near you, wearing a mask can prevent the chance of being infected, and you should change the mask frequently.
wash your hands properly: Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds, following taking public transportation or elevators, and before eating.
Improve immunity: Maintain healthy eating habits and regular exercise, supplement vitamin C, strengthen immune system. @
Responsible editor: Li Wei
