As the total number of global COVID-19 cases nears four million,
fear and anxiety surrounding the pandemic have continued to rise. While many
states have started to ease lockdown restrictions, medical experts strongly
urge against taking social distancing regulations lightly.
The pandemic has directly affected many people physically, but
has also taken a toll on the mental and emotional health. COVID-19 patients have
been battling the debilitating physical symptoms of the illness and the
psychological effects of self-isolation.
According to manyCOVID-19 patients, their first reaction to the development of symptoms was
denial. They also admit that if they had treated their symptoms seriously, it
may have resulted in early diagnosis and treatment, thereby reducing the severity
of the condition.
Here’s a roundup of the most common symptoms and the turning
point that indicates its time to seek help.
Mild to Severe Dry Coughing and a Sore Throat
Two of the most common symptoms of the illness, dry coughing
and a sore throat shouldn’t be overlooked under any conditions.
While you may attribute the symptoms
to an ice pop you had the night before, seeking timely consultation is essential
to rule out concerns or get adequately diagnosed. According to the WHO, over
80% of people recover from the condition without requiring hospitalization.
Reducing the time between the onset of symptoms and
diagnosis is imperative to ensure the treatment process is short and
non-invasive.
Shortness of Breath Followed With Difficulty Breathing
While many patients may never experience shortness of
breath, it’s quite common as the condition progresses.
However, in anomalous cases, patients may experience both
shortness of breath and difficulty breathing within the first few days of
exposure to the virus.
Normally, breathing difficulties arise within the course of
2–14 days after contracting the virus.
Tiredness
Tiredness, fatigue, and lethargy go by unnoticed for most
patients, as they attribute them to improper sleep or an overactive day. However,
according to a report, over 44% of
COVID-19 patients reported tiredness, exhaustion, and fatigue.
If you’re suffering from a headache, fever, chills, or loss
of taste/smell, we recommend consulting professional medical care immediately.
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