Everything you need to know about Coronavirus Symptoms

by Swati Khandelwal Health And Fitness Writer At FITPAS

Although several other viruses have troubled us in the past, nothing quite like the COVID-19 has been witnessed. No other virus in history has spread to so many countries so fast before. It has been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO). It has claimed thousands of lives and it doesn’t look like it will stop soon enough.

Since there is no official treatment for it and no vaccines have been made, you need to strengthen your immune system to protect you. Exercising and eating healthy are essential for a healthy immune system. With FITCOACH and FITFEAST you can get expert nutritional advice and dynamic workout recommendations on your phone to stay fit.

Symptoms of Coronavirus

COVID-19 is like nothing we have known before and scientists are still working to understand it. According to WHO, the most common coronavirus symptoms are shortness of breath, high fever, and a dry cough. Other people might experience a sore throat, nasal congestion, body aches, and/or diarrhea. Experts say that a large number of patients do not experience any symptoms and recover without special treatment.

However, these symptoms of coronavirus are common to those of cold and flu. The elderly are more likely to manifest the symptoms of coronavirus and be susceptible to its effects. A continuous cough and a high temperature are the most obvious symptoms you should be looking for. Unfortunately, there are no medicines or vaccines and recovery is dependent on your immune system.

The Difference between Coronavirus & Flu

As mentioned earlier, coronavirus symptoms are like those of other respiratory problems like common cold and flu. Flu is, however, known to manifest symptoms much quicker than coronavirus. Headache, dry cough, aching body, exhaustion, insomnia, sore throat, and temperature are symptoms of the flu. The patient might experience diarrhea and stomach pain in addition to a loss of appetite as well. Flu can be treated by resting and staying warm. Taking paracetamol can lower body temperature and help with the pain. Staying hydrated is essential.

Coronavirus Symptoms Timeline

Coronavirus is believed to be transmitted through droplets spread by coughing and sneezing. Shaking hands and other forms of contact with infected patients can also lead to transmission. Note that sneezing is not a symptom but it can spread through it. The symptoms of corona are known to manifest between 2 to 14 days. Please note that you may be a carrier even if you do not have any symptoms.

How to Prevent Coronavirus

Ensuring proper hygiene is the best way to prevent coronavirus. You can reduce the risk of infection by:

Washing your hands properly with soap and water every hour or so
Not touching your eyes, nose, and mouth without washing your hands
Maintain a distance of at least 6 feet from other people

In case you have any symptoms, isolate yourself and limit contact. Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Use a clean hanky every time and throw away the dirty tissues. Finally, disinfect objects you might have touched or use often.