Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)The virus can spread from an infected person’s mouth or nose in small liquid particles when they cough, sneeze, speak, sing or breathe. These particles range from larger respiratory droplets to smaller aerosols. It is important to practice respiratory etiquette, for example by coughing into a flexed elbow, and to stay home and self-isolate until you recover if you feel unwell. Covid -19 most often causes severe acute respiratory syndrome, resulting in symptoms such as a cold, flu, or pneumonia. However, it affects more than just the respiratory system. While some individuals may experience mild or no symptoms, others can become critically ill and even succumb to the disease. COVID-19: symptoms Symptoms of COVID-19 can vary, but mild cases often experience fever, cough, and fatigue. Moderate cases may have difficulty breathing or mild pneumonia. While severe cases may have severe pneumonia, other organ failure & possible death. Anyone experiencing difficulty breathing should seek immediate medical attention. Other symptoms that are less common and may affect some patients include: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain/ belly ache, or diarrhoea Symptoms of severe COVID‐19 disease which need immediate medical attention include: difficulty in breathing, especially at rest, or unable to speak in sentences skin being cold or clammy, or turning pale or a bluish colour If possible, call your health care provider, hotline or health facility first, so you can be directed to the right clinic. People who have ...
