Covid 4th wave: Symptoms in children that parents should be aware of in light of the rise of the XE variant

More than two months after India defeated the third wave of the pandemic, which was fueled by the Omicron variant of Covid-19, the number of infections has risen in several parts of the country. One of the most serious concerns about an impending fourth wave has been the spread of Covid-19 among children.

The threat of a Coronavirus pandemic is far from over. Corona's fourth wave has already struck many European and Asian countries. Corona's blaze has now spread to India. Since the last week, the number of new cases in the country has begun to rise again. This time, Corona has made the majority of the children its victims.

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With schools reopening, cities such as Delhi and neighboring Noida have reported a significant increase in the number of Covid-19 cases among children, particularly school students. A day ago, children accounted for nearly one-third of all new cases detected in Noida. The Delhi government has issued SOPs for schools in order to manage infections in children and prevent potential spread.

However, experts have advised that there is no need to panic, but that it is critical to remain vigilant. This time, the XE variant of Corona is more troublesome because it spreads faster than all previous variants. According to experts, its symptoms are mild and should be treated.

What is the risk to children from the XE variant?

The XE variant is expected to spread faster than the other Corona variants discovered thus far. Omicron ba.1 and ba.2 were now thought to be the most rapidly circulating variants. Because many children are still uninfected, they are at risk of contracting the virus.

Despite the fact that the adult population has been vaccinated to some extent, children are among those who do not have antibodies against Covid-19. As a result, parents must be on the lookout for signs that their children are suffering from the virus.

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Symptoms associated with Covid-19 in children include upper respiratory tract symptoms such as runny nose, dry cough, throat ache, fever, and body ache. In some cases, children experience vomiting or diarrhea-like symptoms.

Mild symptoms:

The recent increase in cases, combined with the emergence of a new XE subvariant, has prompted groups of parents to speak out, urging that online classes be resumed and physical classes be put on hold for the time being. While parents' concerns are understandable, pandemic experts are working to calm nerves and alleviate panic.

Until now, the symptoms observed in children have been relatively mild, and recovery has been prompt with appropriate treatment. Doctors treating children's cases currently advise parents to be on the lookout for gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhea, as well as those seen in flu outbreaks.

“Doctors advise parents to get their children vaccinated against Covid-19 as soon as possible, if they are eligible. Furthermore, in order to build immunity, it is critical to follow the Covid protocol, maintain good hygiene, and ensure proper nutrition for the child.”