Symptoms to Check Whether you Have COVID-19

On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) a pandemic. COVID-19 is a respiratory infectious disease caused by the family of coronavirus, if left untreated can lead to the death of a person. Till date, there is no evidence from where this virus originated, but the first case of COVID-19 reported in Wuhan, a city in China. So far, there is no treatment or cure available for this disease.

The person infected with the coronavirus starts developing the symptoms between 2 and 14 days. This period is called an incubation period (time from exposure of the virus to the development of symptoms in an infected person). The reported illnesses vary from the range of people of different age groups with mild symptoms to severely ill and then death in some cases.

Unison Institute, best coaching institute in Pinjore, is sharing seven symptoms that every person can check to confirm whether you have COVID-19.

1. Fever

2. Tiredness

3. Dry Cough

4. Shortness of breath

5. Aches and pains

6. Sore throat

7. In rare cases, diarrhea, nausea or a runny nose.

The people who are over 60 years of age and have underlying medical conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory disease or hypertension have a higher risk of developing critical illness and death. People with mild symptoms who are otherwise healthy are advised to self-isolate and contact COVID-19 helpline for advice on testing. Apart from it, people with fever, cough or shortness of breath should call the doctor immediately and seek medical attention. Unison Institute, providing the best coaching classes in Pinjore, recommends you to take preventive measures to stay safe and protected from COVID-19.

Source: WHO.int