The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added several
new symptoms to its existing list for COVID-19. Original symptoms included
fever, cough and shortness of breath but now the following symptoms could
also indicate that you may have COVID-19:
- Chills
- Repeated shaking with chills
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Sore throat
- New Loss of taste or smell
Symptoms usually appear within two to 14 days after exposure to the virus
although some people may show no symptoms or only mild ones. Older adults
and people who have severe underlying medical conditions such as heart
or lung disease or diabetes may be at higher risk for developing more
serious complications from COVID-19.
If you think you may have COVID-19, call your primary care provider and
discuss symptoms before visiting a healthcare facility. You should seek
medical attention right away if you have any of the following emergency
warning signs: trouble breathing; persistent pain or pressure in your
chest; new confusion or inability to arouse; or bluish lips or face. If
you have any of these warning signs, call 911 and let the operator know
that you think you may have COVID-19.