People with Covid-19 have reported a wide range of symptoms - ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have Covid-19:
- fever and chills
- cough
- shortness of breath and difficulty breathing
- fatigue
- muscle and body
pain
- headache - loss of smell and taste
- sore throat
- runny nose
- nausea or vomiting
- diarrhea
The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are:
- fever
- dry cough
- fatigue
Less common symptoms, but affecting some people:
- Loss of smell and taste
- Conjunctivitis (known as red eye)
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Different types of redness and irritation skin
- nausea or vomiting
- chills or dizziness
Symptoms of severe Covid-19 disease include:
- Shortness of breath
- Loss of appetite
- Confusion
- Unbearable pain or pressure in the chest
- High temperature above 38 ° C
Other, less common symptoms:
- Nervousness
- Loss of consciousness
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Sleep disorders
- More serious complications, such as stroke, Nerve damage
A recently reported symptom is the " Covid language ".
Sources: American Center for Disease Control and Prevention, World Health Organization
