Symptoms of Corona-Virus (COVID-19) Disease

The signs and symptoms may starts appearing between 2 days to 14 days after exposure to the virus.
This may range from mild, Moderate or Severe.

1. Fever
2. Cough
3. Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
4. Nausea/Diarrhea

Mild to moderate symptoms: They may be similar to other respiratory illnesses such as common flu or chest infection.

Severe Symptoms: Some people may develop severe chest infection including, difficulty in breath, high temperatures, Pneumonia or may unable to breath.

When to see a Doctor/Physician

If you think you have symptoms related to COVID-19, you must discuss or see your doctors. Tell your doctor if you've recently traveled internationally. Call your doctor ahead to tell him or her about your symptoms and recent travels and possible exposure before you go to your appointment. Click Country

1. Investigations
1. Complete blood count, Coagulation studies, Inflamatory markers
2. COVID19 Testing with Nasopharyngeal swa

Who are at Risk of getting infection:

1. Recent travel from or residence in an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19 as determined by world health Organization.
2. Close contact with someone who has COVID-19 — such as when a family member or health care worker takes care of an infected person

How can it spread

1. It may spread from person- to -person who are in close contact. These includes directly (handshakes), coughing, sneezing
2. It may spread from various surfaces on which virus can survive for up to several hours.

1. As this is a new infection, so currently there is no vaccine available to prevent infection.
2. You can take steps to reduce your risk of infection as recommended by WHO such as:
1. Wash your hands often with soap and water, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
2. Cover your mouth and nose with your elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze.
3. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth if your hands aren't clean.
4. Avoid close contact with anyone who is sick.
5. Avoid sharing dishes, glasses, bedding and other household items if you're sick
6. Clean and disinfect surfaces you often touch.
7. Stay home from work, school and public areas if you're sick.

1. If you develop symptoms of COVID-19, contact your doctor/Physician.
2. Tell him or her about any recent travels, especially international travel, any contact with anyone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19.
3. Your doctor may take samples, including a sample of saliva (sputum), a nasal swab and a throat swab.

Currently, NO antiviral medication is recommended to treat COVID-19.

Treatment is directed at relieving symptoms and may include:

1. Pain relievers
2. Cough syrup or medication
3. Rest
4. Fluid intake

1. Treatment at Home
1. if you have mild symptoms (flu like), your doctor may recommend to treat you at home which includes: isolate yourself, cough or fever medications etc.
2. Treatment at Hospital
1. If you develop moderate to severe symptoms, your doctor may admit you to hospital for further management.
3. Treatment in Hospital (for Professionals)