Worldwide, more and more cases of infection with Omikron BA.4 and BA.5 sub-variants are reported. The most common symptoms of the disease still include runny nose, fever, sore throat and general fatigue. However, for these two variants, it has also been noted that signs of infection may also appear on the skin. In addition, they take various forms.
- In some patients infected with BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants, the symptom of the disease was the appearance of a rash on the body.
- Pimples that appear on the body can come in three different forms: hives, heat rash, and chilblain
- Infection rashes usually disappear after a few days
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As the British NHS points out, the symptoms of the new coronavirus variants are very similar to other diseases such as colds and flu. However, among some people who tested positive for infection, there were also signs of the disease appearing on the skin. Sick patients reported as many as three different types of skin rashes. These were urticaria, chilblain and prickly heat.
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Hives
Hives appear as raised bumps on the skin. They come in all shapes and sizes that they form together red spots anywhere on the body. This rash is usually there very itchybut disappears relatively quickly – even after a few hours. It can be treated at home with antihistamine tablets.
See also: Urticaria and angioedema
Chilblain
A rash called chilblain appears as small, itchy, red spots that usually appear on the body after being in the cold. It usually occurs on the fingers and toes, but can also spread to the face. The person who has this symptom feels unpleasant and prolonged itching or burning of the skin. The rash usually clears up within two or three weeks.
If, after this time, the skin is still flecked with pimples, it is necessary to contact your primary care physician. Taking medications with paracetamol or ibuprofen can help relieve pain.
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Prickly heat
Prickly heat in infection with variants BA.4 and BA.5 it is usually erythematous-vesicular or erythematous-papular. Most often it appears on the knees, elbows or the backs of the hands and feet. Occasionally, the blisters may be filled with fluid.
To effectively heal the skin of prickly heat, keep it cool by wearing thin cotton clothes, drinking plenty of fluids, and taking cool showers. The rash usually disappears after a few days.
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Symptoms may last longer than expected
Typically, symptoms of infection with the BA.4 and BA.5 variants last about five days, after which they disappear completely. However, it happens that some people feel the effects of illness for several weeks or even months. Then we are dealing with the so-called long Covid. Its most common symptoms are:
- shortness of breath
- extreme fatigue
- chest pain or tightness
- problems with memory or concentration
- difficulty falling asleep
- heart palpitations
- dizziness
- arthralgia
- anxiety and depression
- tinnitus
- diarrhea, vomiting and stomach pain
- fever, persistent cough and headaches
- changes in smell or taste
- rashes
If any of these symptoms persist for several weeks, be sure to ask your doctor for advice.