Covid symptoms change

List of covid (mostly BA.5) symptoms

Sore throat, 63%

Headache, 51%

Blocked nose, 48%

Cough, no phlegm 46%

Runny nose, 45%

Cough with phlegm, 44%

Hoarse, 44%

Sneezing, 39%

Fatigue, 29%

Muscle pains 28%

Dizzy, 23%

Altered smell, 17%

Swollen neck glands, 16%

Sore eyes, 16%

Chest pain / tightness, 14%

Fever, 13%

Loss of smell, 13%

Shortness of breath, 12%,

Earache, 12%

Hot flushes, 11%

Tim Spector, Zoe data

BA.5 wave

Probably less likely to affect the brain

Less likelihood of long covid

R = 1

Decline is leveling off

New daily cases, 103,790

Current prevalence, 1,609,529

Infections presenting less likely to cause symptoms

As from early July

Fewer symptoms and milder presentation

BA.5 may have lower viral load

Therefore, LFT less likely to test positive

Symptoms which increased in June 2022
(ONS since May, 2022)

Abdominal pain, fever, sore throat, muscle ache

In June 2022

61% reported any symptoms compatible with COVID-19

39% asymptomatic positives

Long Covid, 3 distinct types

Clusters of neurological symptoms

Fatigue, brain-fog, headache

Most commonly post Alpha and Delta variants.

Respiratory symptoms

Chest pain, severe shortness of breath

(could point to lung damage)

Largest cluster during the start of the pandemic

Diverse range of symptoms

Heart palpitations, muscle ache and pain, changes in skin and hair

Long COVID in Omicron cases

No firm data yet,but

20-50% less during the Omicron versus the Delta period

Dr Claire Steves

The Omicron variant appears substantially less likely to cause Long-COVID than previous variants,

but still 1 in 25 people who catch COVID-19 go on to have symptoms for more than four weeks.

UK long covid, 2nd July

1.8 million, (2.8% of population) experiencing self-reported long COVID

Of the 1.8 million

81% symptoms at least 12 weeks

43% at least one year after

21% at least two years

Symptoms adversely affected the day-to-day activities, 1.3 million people

Symptoms

Fatigue 54%

Shortness of breath 31%

Loss of smell 23%

Muscle ache 22%

Self-reported long COVID, more common in

Aged 35 to 69 years

Females

More deprived areas

Working in social care

Another activity-limiting health condition or disability 
Less common in students, retired, people looking for paid work

[BlackMan]

I got it about 2 weeks ago... at an outdoor event. I was never inside with a large group of people or anyone outside my pod. Very mild. But I took paxlovid and got rebound about a week later. Rebound is much worse than the Covid. Paxlovid is a waste. Don't take it.

[darb]

Dr. Campbell makes this old planet a better place. We are fortunate to have him and others like him.

[mikestravelshow]

Think it's safe to say John's been there for us when we needed him most. A true legend. Thank you so much for your hard work 😊

[joanlynch]

John, you got us through the dark days of the pandemic and you have been a true beacon of light in the changing world. Keep being you and don't let them bring you down, both literally and physically. We need your honesty in this situation. We are counting on your voice remaining constant.

[KarlaElaine]

Thank you for fighting the “good” fight, Dr. Campbell. You have been a trusted source of FACTS for over two years and still are. Sometimes we have to hint at things in this crazy world we are living in.

[dreamcatcher]

I keep saying it but seriously John, you need to be recognised for all of your hard work during the pandemic. I’ve watched every single one of your videos since the outset and I’ve had more factual information on your channel than I have on any other media source.
Thank you for every second of hard work you’ve done to keep us informed. 🙏🏻

[biancacox]

Dr. Campbell…Many physicians in the states listen to you regarding COVID ..thank you for all you do🥰

[DameEdnaBrown]

Thank you so much John for being with us though Covid. Its been wonderful to be kept up to date by such a knowledgeable accademic

[rchlletters]

As always very informative in the areas of concern we all have but that are not answered in the media. Thanks Dr C!

[NoOneYaKnow]

Thank you Dr. Campbell. For everything. Really all that needs to be said!

[PraisebetoGod]

I got it exactly a week ago, it was pretty rough for a day or so. It’s taking it’s time but I’m finally feeling substantially better today. You are the man dr John keep up the good work and god bless you.

[iamfidelalvarez]

This man is gifted with his communication skills!! We appreciate your sacrifice of time and preparations for these videos! God bless you and your family! 👍🏻

[barbaraselletti]

I always enjoy your presentations, Dr. Campbell. You make information more accessible to so many people. Just be aware that there are those who don't want people to have clarity and will do anything to cover things up.

[londonflash]

It’s been a long time since I’ve said hello Dr Campbell .. best wishes to you and your family 😊🙏🏻💙

[heatherrenton]

Thank you Dr John 👍 I gain confidence and shed any fear I may have otherwise had following your clear, honest assessments of data.

[Whiskers]

Had it a few weeks ago. No symptoms for the 3 days since contact, then had a headache, and very mild fever. I remembered you saying vitamins C, D, and zinc helped, so I pumped myself full of them. 36 hours later all my symptoms were gone. I've honestly had worse, and longer lasting colds. I believe it was your advice that made it so easy, so thank you Dr John for all your relevant, and useful information.

[Maggie]

Yep, my husband brought it home from work on August 1st. I tested on the 2nd & within 2 minutes the home test was positive. Fever, chills the first night. Congestion, like a head cold. Loss of appetite. We used only over the counter meds. Ibuprofen for aches. I slept on our couch & let him have the bedroom since he sleeps with a CPAP, for sleep apnea. We were sick that whole week. In recovery, we had the brain fog & fatigue. I still have a mild cough. My husband talked to other guys he works with who have had it. One man still has a cough 8 months later. Another man’s wife still has a cough 3 months after having Covid. Hard to shake the stupid cough. I even made a homemade cough syrup with Apple Cider Vinegar, local honey & ginger. At least at night, when I go to bed, I don’t cough & am able to sleep through the night. Thank you, Dr. Campbell for all your help on this. ❤️🇺🇸

[frostyjo]

Had it three weeks ago. Body aches, sore throat, fever, cough with upper respiratory lung cookies but super easy to cough it up compared to coughing up from flu. Extreme fatigue where you are like "I've got to lie down right now". Very easy to get over if you are lucky enough to get enough sleep. Zinc, D, pau d'arco, C, magnesium for muscle aches.

[TexasRiverRat]

Thank you again Dr. John! You've been my main source of reliable information since the beginning. Keep up the good work sir.

[RxLifestyleMD]

As an unvaccinated person (48) in good health i contracted covid-19 for the first time 2-3 days ago. The symptoms have been very much like what is mentioned in the video:
- Fever (39C) for 1.5 day which then resolved
- Sore throat (the first symptom, preceeding the fullblown illness with a few days)
- Headache (resolved when the fever resolved)

Minor symptoms:
- Dry cough
- Runny nose.