Top Symptoms Of Coronavirus:
According to the CDC, there are many symptoms of COVID-19, some of which may seem similar to that of the common cold and range in severity. Some of the most common 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
With some similarities to the common cold, COVID-19 tests can help identify if symptoms are or are not from Coronavirus. There are two important designations with COVID-19 tests, which include viral tests (if you currently have the COVID-19 Virus) or an antibody test (if you previously had the virus).
Severe COVID-19 Symptoms
If a person is experiencing more severe symptoms, the CDC advises them to seek immediate medical assistance. More severe symptoms include:
- Trouble breathing
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- New confusion
- Inability to wake or stay awake
- Bluish lips or face
