Differences in Symptoms of Alpha, Beta, and Delta Variants of Covid-19, Also Know How to Prevent Transmission

Kapanlagi.com - The Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic is not yet over. On the contrary, there has been an increase in the number of positive cases. The increasing number of cases is suspected to be due to several factors. One of them is the emergence of new variants of the Covid-19 coronavirus that are becoming more aggressive. Therefore, the public should be aware of various latest information, including the differences in symptoms of the alpha, beta, and delta variants of Covid-19.

Since its emergence in Wuhan, China at the end of 2019, the Covid-19 coronavirus has been known to have mutated several times. From these mutations, the alpha, beta, and delta variants of the Covid-19 coronavirus are known to exist. Although they all attack the respiratory system, these three types of variants apparently produce different symptoms.

Currently, all three types of Covid-19 coronavirus variants are known to have entered Indonesia. Therefore, the public needs to know the differences in symptoms of these variants, so that they can detect them as early as possible. Then, if someone is infected, they can immediately take self-isolation or treatment for recovery.

As reported by liputan6.com and various sources, here are some differences in symptoms of the alpha, beta, and delta variants of Covid-19.

1. General Symptoms of Covid-19

General Symptoms of Covid-19 (credit: freepik)

The corona virus Covid-19 can affect anyone, especially those with weak immunity. Since its emergence until it became a pandemic, the symptoms of Covid-19 infection have been widely discussed. This is because some people infected with Covid-19 show different symptoms. However, there are several common symptoms of Covid-19 that occur in most cases.

As reported by kemkes.go.id, some of the most common symptoms include high fever, dry cough, and shortness of breath. However, in reality, there are also people who are infected without showing any symptoms. Therefore, anyone who has had close contact with a patient, even if they do not show symptoms, is advised to undergo testing. This is to prevent further spread of the virus.

2. Symptoms of Covid-19 Alpha Variant

As mentioned earlier, the corona covid-19 virus is known to continue mutating. The result of this first mutation is called the alpha variant. The alpha variant was first discovered in England. Initially, this variant was referred to as B.1.1.7. This variant is known to have more severe symptoms compared to the original corona virus.

Some symptoms of the alpha variant of covid-19 include having a phlegmy cough and the emergence of mucus from the mouth and nose. This mucus also contains the virus, which can be a cause of transmission.

3. Symptoms of the Beta Variant of Covid-19

Symptoms of Covid-19 Beta Variant (credit: freepik)

The second variant of the corona covid-19 virus is called the beta variant. This variant was first discovered in South Africa. Before being called the beta variant, this covid-19 variant was referred to as B1.351. The beta variant is believed to be stronger than the alpha variant.

This second mutation also brings more severe symptoms compared to the previous two variants. Some symptoms of the beta variant of covid-19 include experiencing fever, loss of sense of smell, persistent cough, headache, sore throat, and stomach ache.

4. Symptoms of Covid-19 Delta Variant

Symptoms of Covid-19 Delta Variant (credit: freepik)

The third variant is the delta variant, or previously known as B.1.617.2. This variant was first detected in India in October 2020 and has continued to spread, reaching Indonesia. The delta variant is also known to be stronger than the alpha and beta variants. This makes the delta variant more easily transmissible.

In addition to being more easily transmissible, the delta variant also has more severe symptoms. Some symptoms of the Covid-19 delta variant include experiencing fever, headache, persistent cough, and severe flu.

5. Preventing Transmission

How to Prevent the Spread of Covid-19 (credit: freepik)

Since its initial appearance, the public has been urged to be more cautious. Various forms of socialization have emerged to encourage compliance and the implementation of the 3M measures, which include wearing masks, washing hands, and maintaining distance.

After the emergence of various more severe and easily transmissible Covid-19 variants, the public is urged to be even more vigilant. The 3M recommendations have been updated to 5M, which include wearing masks, washing hands, maintaining distance, avoiding crowds, and limiting mobility and interactions. In addition, as part of preventive measures and efforts to reduce transmission rates, the public is also encouraged to promptly get vaccinated.

Those are some of the differences in symptoms between the alpha, beta, and delta variants of Covid-19. Hopefully, this can increase awareness and inspire greater efforts to maintain health. Hopefully, it is beneficial!

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