Covid: A significant new symptom caused by an infectious JN.1 variant is now in the majority in France
The new Omicron sub-variant, JN.1 or “Juno”, which has been plagued in France for several weeks, represents about 70% of infections in January.
The Public Health France Bulletin of January 10 states that “the BA.2.86 variant continues to have growth dynamics and is mainly carried by JN.1. The JN.1 sublineage, also called “Juno”, therefore became the majority variant. Mainland France: It represents about 67-70% of the interpretable sequences in the flash survey carried out in December.
Rapid spread
Appearing last August, particularly in France, the JN.1 variant spread rapidly to the rest of the world, according to the WHO.
This strain is believed to be highly infectious due to an additional mutation in the spike protein. But infection with this strain will not cause serious cases despite its contagiousness.
symptoms
Like other covid variants, JN.1 or “Juno” can be identified by several characteristics. But it is easily determined by a screening test.
Certain symptoms are common to infections with other winter viruses, such as tirednessthere feverThe Cold nosethere Cough And headache. It causes difficulty in breathing, muscle pain and Loss of taste and smell.
And according to the British Health Agency, NHS, it will also cause Diarrhea Which will be a significant new feature of this variant.
The JN.1 variant is a sub-variant of the Pirola strain, which causes unusual symptoms: skin rash, ulcers, red eyes and swelling of mucous membranes.
The importance of getting tested and protecting yourself
If you have symptoms, it is advisable to get tested to avoid contaminating those around you. Barrier gestures are necessary to prevent infection.
