Coronavirus disease and symptoms(COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus.
The COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without the need for special treatment. Older people and those with underlying medical problems such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory diseases, and cancer are more likely to develop serious illnesses.
COVID-19 affects different people in different ways. Most infected people will develop mild to moderate illness and will recover without hospitalization.
SYMPTOMS:
Most common symptoms:
- fever.
- dry cough.
- tiredness.
Less common symptoms:
- aches and pains.
- throat pain.
- Diarrhea.
- conjunctivitis.
- headache.
- loss of taste or smell.
- skin rash or discoloration of fingers or toes.
Serious symptoms:
- shortness of breath or shortness of breath.
- chest pain or pressure.
- loss of speech or movement.
Seek immediate medical attention if you have severe symptoms. Always call before visiting your doctor or health center.People with mild symptoms who are otherwise healthy should monitor their symptoms at home.On average, symptoms take 5 to 6 days after someone becomes infected with the virus, but it can take up to 14 days.
TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF COVID-19
- Keep a safe distance from others, even if they don’t seem sick.
- Wear a mask in public, especially indoors or when physical distancing is not possible.
- Choose open, well-ventilated spaces rather than closed ones. Open a window if you are inside.
- Wash your hands frequently. Use soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Get vaccinated when it’s your turn. Follow local guidelines on vaccination.
- Cover your nose and mouth with a bent elbow or a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
- Stay home if you are not feeling well.
If you have a fever, cough, and shortness of breath, seek medical attention. Call ahead so your healthcare provider can direct you to the right health center. This protects you and prevents the spread of viruses and other infections.
TREATMENT
Self care
- Asymptomatic cases, mild cases of COVID-19:
- Isolate yourself in a well-ventilated room.
- Wear a triple layer medical mask, discard the mask after 8 hours of use or sooner if it becomes visibly wet or dirty. In the event that a caregiver enters the room, both the caregiver and the patient may consider using the N 95 mask.
- The mask should be discarded only after disinfecting with 1% sodium hypochlorite.
- Rest and drink plenty of fluids to maintain adequate hydration.
- Follow respiratory regulations at all times.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 40 seconds or clean with an alcohol-based sanitizer.
- Do not share personal items with other people in the home.
- Make sure to clean frequently touched room surfaces (tables, doorknobs, handles, etc.) with a 1% hypochlorite solution.
- Check the temperature daily.
- Monitor oxygen saturation with a pulse oximeter daily.
- Contact your treating physician immediately if you notice any deterioration in symptoms.ReadMore…