There’s nothing so far to suggest that the disease associated with the new variant is more severe compared to other variants.

That's because the variant — NB.1.8.1. or “Nimbus” — may cause painful sore throats. The symptom has been identified by doctors in the United Kingdom, India and elsewhere, according to media outlets ...

Razor blade throat is considered a side-effect of the new COVID variant, NB 1.8.1. Here's what razor blade throat actually is, and how to treat it..