There are early symptoms when a person has contracted Covid-19, these symptoms appear in 2-14 days after one is infected. The average incubation period is about 5-6 days.
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A person with Covid-19, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), may experience symptoms including a dry cough and shortness of breath.
They may also have a combination of at least two of the following symptoms:
- fever
- chills
- repeated shaking with chills
- muscle pain
- headache
- sore throat
- loss of taste or smell
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Other symptoms of COVID-19 may include:
- blocked nose
- diarrhea
- sputum, or coughed up mucus and saliva
- nausea
- vomiting
When to receive medical attention
Anyone noticing the following symptoms should seek medical attention immediately:
- trouble breathing
- constant pain, or pressure, in the chest
- confusion
- inability to wake up
- blue tinted lips or face
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What must I do when I get symptoms?
If a person notices that they or a child has symptoms of Covid-19, they should:
- self-isolate at home, keeping separate from others in the property
- stay indoors, unless seeking medical aid
- get plenty of rest
- stay hydrated with plenty of liquids
- take over-the-counter (OTC) cold and flu medicine to soothe symptoms
- monitor symptoms and phone the doctor if necessary
- wear a face mask when around other individuals
- follow local health department guidelines
- cover their mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing, then wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
- wash hands regularly and thoroughly
- avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
- keep separate glasses, cups, dishes, eating utensils, towels, and bedding if sharing a house with others
- clean and disinfect surfaces, such as doorknobs, counters, remote controls, phones, keyboards, bathroom surfaces, or tables frequently.
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