A Yemeni molecular biologist Hashem Al-Ghaili, shared a post on his Instagram page that states that the new K-variant flu, also known as the super flu is spreading fast "with dangerous fevers and lung damage".
On his post, he wrote: "Health experts say there's a new flu strain causing sudden high fevers and deep respiratory distress."
He further noted: "Public health officials are sounding the alarm over a potent new influenza strain that behaves differently than previous seasonal variants. Rather than just causing typical fatigue, this aggressive strain is designed to trick the human immune system into a state of hyper-reactivity. This overreaction often manifests as sudden, intense fever spikes and significant inflammation deep within the lung tissue. Unlike standard flu symptoms that may develop gradually, these severe respiratory complications are appearing with alarming speed, making early detection and prevention more critical than ever before."
To this, he also provided a solution, stating that medical professionals are now emphasizing on the importance of fortifying "body's natural defenses through foundational wellness habits". These habits include prioritizing deep sleep, consistent hydration, and adequate vitamin D intake that can help regulate immune responses and mitigate the risk of severe inflammation.
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What Is The K-Variant Flu And How Does It Impact Your Lungs?
H3N2's mutation or the influenza A's subclade K is now the new aggressive virus that has swept the United States and the United Kingdom with flu cases. This is the culprit in rising flu cases, globally. The World Health Organization (WHO) on its website said that K variant marks "a notable evolution in influenza A (H3N2) viruses". Some are also questioning the effectiveness of this season's influenza vaccine against the strain.
The flu virus is highly contagious and spreads easily in crowded places, especially during the colder months.
In some cases, the infection can progress to the lungs, which could lead to complications like bronchitis or pneumonia. Yale Medicine too notes that this virus could attack the respiratory system, including throat, nose, and lungs.
What Are The Common Symptoms This Season For The Flu?
K variant causes more intense flu symptoms, they include:
- Fever
- Chills
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Runny nose
Are The Old Vaccines Effective Against This New Variant?
"The vaccine remains the most effective means to prevent disease. We still want to encourage people to get the vaccine," said Professor Antonia Ho, Professor and Honorary Consultant in Infectious Diseases at the University of Glasgow. Experts have stressed enough on the immunity that one can receive from the vaccine that that these flu jab remain the best defense against the flu, even though the current strain circulated may have drifted away from the strain included in this year's jab.
Data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) also show that vaccines is performing as expect, despite the emergence of subclade K.
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