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If you're feeling somewhat unwell, an unexpected symptom might suggest that you've caught one of the fresh Covid variants currently doing the rounds.

One of the most common strains in the UK right now is XFG, also referred to as Stratus.

Medical professionals have provided reassurance that these don't seem to present any heightened danger compared to earlier forms of Covid or trigger more serious illness. Nevertheless, recent genetic modifications in the virus could boost infection likelihood and display marginally different symptoms, including a scratchy throat.

Dr Kaywaan Khan, a Harley Street GP and founder of Hannah London Clinic, told the Mirror: "You can still get some of the same features as with the common cold, like a cough or runny nose, but we are seeing a lot m

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