Knowing The Delta Variant-The Most Dominant At Present

Knowing The Delta Variant-The Most Dominant At Present

What To Know About Delta Variant?

What is the delta variant and what to know about it? It is considered the most worrisome and the most dominant mutant of coronavirus in recent times. This virus is held responsible for more than 83% of the covid cases at present all over the world and in India.


What Is Delta Variant?

SARS- CoV-2 Delta variant also known as lineage B.1.617 is a virus strain that was first recollected in India and now rapidly spreading in different 90 countries and most dominant in the U.S and is further likely to dominate in Europe. The Delta variant of covid in India is a mutant strain of COVID-19.

The escalation in this variant is seen rapidly in India too. The cases have been noticed in Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, and many other states.

The World Health Organization has already set a warning based on the transmission of this variant. As mentioned, it is expected to speedily transcend the other variants and dominate the race over the imminent months.


The Symptoms Of Delta Variant

The symptoms of the Delta variant are almost similar to that of Covid -19. Here are a few common symptoms that we need to identify;

  • Fever
  • Dry cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Temporarily loss of taste and smell
  • Respiratory and digestive problems
  • Muscle ache and fatigue
  • Skin rash
  • Running nose
  • Sore throat
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Chills
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Nasal congestion

There are some serious consequences of this Virus-like loss of appetite, loss of speech or movement, persistent chest pain which may turn fatal if not treated in time.


Is The Delta Variant More Dangerous?

The Delta variant is observed to be most dangerous amongst the other mutants of COVID-19 variants like Alpha, Beta. Studies show that this variant is 50% more contagious. This strain is analogous to the higher risks of health complications and hospitalization. As stated by many public health experts, the average number of people infected by the Delta virus is 3 to 4 % more as compared to the average person infected by the original covid variant.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has consulted regarding the Delta Variant Pregnancy also. It is stated that pregnant women hold a higher chance of developing severe Covid-19 Delta virus as compared to nonpregnant women. Many acute symptoms and negative outcomes have been noticed in the infected would-be moms and their newborns. Accordingly, all pregnant mothers are advised to get the vaccination doses that will prove beneficial for them and their babies. As per the health organizations, lactating mothers can also be vaccinated as it is unlikely to model any risk for the baby.


Is This Delta Variant Resistant To The Vaccines?

Experts are still tracing the data to determine how deadly the Delta Virus is. According to the survey, this virus is leading to more serious illnesses and deaths, especially among unvaccinated people. More hospitalization with serious ailments is noticed in the areas where vaccination percentages are low. Scientists are working to rule out whether the people are actually suffering from this virus or is it targeting the vulnerable crowd.

Studies show 2 doses of Moderna or Pfizer vaccines effective in preventing hospitalization and deaths among the people affected by the Delta variant. The research evaluated the sensitivity of this virus against antibodies developed after vaccination. Meanwhile, many companies are working on creating a booster dose to enhance the efficacy of the vaccinations among the existing variants.

[Also Read: Are covid vaccines effective to delta variants]


How Can We Prevent The Spread Of This Delta Virus?

The CDC has stated the Delta Virus as the most transferable variant among the rest. It is preferable to identify the symptoms of this virus in good time. The public is very panic-stricken and agitated regarding the spread of this virus. This virus is easily communicable from one person to another person through the air.

So, for the prevention of the entry of the virus into your body proper precautions are to be taken. Please read the given points carefully;

  • Do not go to public places without essential work
  • Maintain at least a distance of 6 feet while meeting people
  • Wash your hands properly with soap several times a day
  • Wear proper masks
  • Sanitize and disinfect things that are being used in the house
  • Keep your body fully hydrated
  • The most important thing to avoid this Delta Virus is to get vaccinated.

We can only say that the Delta variant of covid in India is a difficult virus for your body to handle as of now. However, keeping strict adherence to COVID-19 guidelines can help you save from the deadly variant of covid-19. Since now you know what is the delta variant and what to know about it, be careful till there is a proper vaccine for the same.

Author:

Sudheendra Reddy

Sudheendra is a passionate blogger for 8 years and holds a Degree in Journalism & Mass Communications. His writings particularly focus on health, medicine, diet & lifestyle. For him, everything that interlinks and relates to health & medical world entices him. His write-ups aim at educating people not by just giving facts but by infusing human touch.