]Symptoms may affect the airways and lungs

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.

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

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

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.