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Symptoms of Covid 19 and When to see a Doctor

Symptoms of Covid 19 and When to see a Doctor

Niyati Thole334 20-Jul-2022

 Signs and symptoms of the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) can appear 2 to 14 days after exposure. This time after exposure and before symptoms appear is called the incubation period. COVID-19 can spread before symptoms appear (asymptomatic infection). Common signs and symptoms include:

  •  heat
  •  cough
  •  recession
  •  Loss of taste and smell may be an early symptom of COVID-19.
  •  Other symptoms include:
  •  Shortness of breath or shortness of breath
  •  muscle cramps
  •  cold
  •  Sore throat
  •  I have a runny nose
  •  Headache
  •  Chest pain
  •  Conjunctivitis
  •  nausea
  •  Vomit
  •  diarrhea
  •  urticaria
  •  This list is incomplete. Children have the same symptoms as adults and are generally mildly ill. signs

 The severity of COVID-19 ranges from very mild to severe. Some people have few symptoms. Some people have no symptoms at all but can still spread (asymptomatic infections). Some people may experience exacerbations like B. Exacerbation of shortness of breath and pneumonia.

 Some people experience symptoms of COVID-19 more than 4 weeks after diagnosis. These health problems are sometimes referred to as post-COVID-19 conditions. Some children develop the multisystem inflammatory syndrome, which can affect some organs and tissues a few weeks after being infected with Covid-19. Rarely, do some adults also experience this syndrome.

 Older people are at increased risk of serious illness from COVID-19, and this risk increases with age. People with pre-existing medical conditions may also be at risk of developing serious illnesses. Some medical conditions that may increase your risk of serious illness from COVID-19 include:

  •  Serious heart diseases such as congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathy
  •  cancer
  •  chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  •  Type 1 or type 2 diabetes
  •  Overweight, obesity, or severe obesity
  •  high blood pressure
  •  smoking
  •  Chronic kidney disease
  •  Sickle cell anemia or thalassemia
  •  Weakness of the immune system due to solid organ transplantation or bone marrow transplantation
  •  pregnancy
  •  Asthma
  •  Chronic lung diseases such as cystic fibrosis and pulmonary hypertension
  •  liver

When to visit the doctor

 If you have signs or symptoms of covid-19, or if you have been in contact with someone who has been diagnosed with covid-19, call your doctor right away to see your doctor. Your doctor will probably recommend that you get tested for Covid-19. If you have symptoms of a COVID-19 emergency, such as shortness of breath, see your doctor right away. If you need to go to the hospital, you can call ahead and take steps to avoid exposing your healthcare provider to others.

 See your doctor immediately if you notice any signs or symptoms of Covid-19. Emergency signs and symptoms include:

  •  Shortness of breath
  •  Persistent chest pain or pressure
  •  Can't stay awake
  •  New mess
  •  Light, gray, or blue skin, lips, or nail beds, depending on skin color

 This list is incomplete. If you are elderly or have a chronic condition such as heart or lung disease, talk to your doctor, as COVID-19 may increase your risk of developing a serious illness.


An inquisitive individual with a great interest in the subjectivity of human experiences, behavior, and the complexity of the human mind. Enthusiased to learn, volunteer, and participate. Always driven by the motive to make a difference in the sphere of mental health - and normalize seeking help through a sensitive and empathetic approach

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