According to multiple sources, including UC Davis Health, Yale Medicine, University of Nebraska Medical Center, and KQED, the symptoms of the new strain of COVID, including EG.5 (Eris) and Omicron BA.2.86, are generally the same as previous strains. These symptoms include:

• Fever or chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or body aches
• Headache
• New loss of taste or smell
• Sore throat
• Congestion or runny nose
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea

It is important to note that these symptoms may be a sign of COVID infection, but they could also mean you have a different illness. If you have questions or think you were in contact with someone who had COVID, you should call your primary care provider. Additionally, if you experience severe symptoms such as trouble breathing, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new confusion, inability to wake up or stay awake, or pale, gray, or blue-colored skin, lips, or nail beds, depending on skin tone, you should seek medical attention immediately.