GENEVA, Switzerland -- The World Health Organization (WHO) officials believe the rate of Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases is going to get worse before things start to get better. If you feel sick, when should you get tested?
Here are some basic facts about the virus, its symptoms, prevention, and what to do if you believe you are infected.
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What are the symptoms?
Unfortunately, the initial symptoms of COVID-19 are very similar to the seasonal flu and even the common cold, so you may not know whether you are infected with Coronavirus - COVID-19.
The symptoms can include:
- Fever.
- Cough.
- Difficulty breathing.
- Pneumonia in both lungs (which would be seen on a chest X-ray).
Not everyone who is infected with COVID-19 has symptoms, and some people will only exhibit very minor symptoms.
"About 80 per cent of people will not get really sick from this," Dr. Samir Gupta, a respirologist, told CBC News.
The only way to confirm COVID-19 is with a lab test. Symptoms may appear as soon as two days after exposure or as long as 14 days after exposure.
The flu vaccine will not protect you against COVID-19.
What should you do if you have symptoms?
If you are under 50 years old and otherwise healthy, just stay home and take care of yourself. Definitely don't go to hospital, says Dr. Andrew Morris, an infectious disease specialist.
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"The hospital's like the worst place for anyone, other than people who are really sick and who will need hospitalization. Just being infected with a viral infection is not a reason to go to hospital."
But it is a good reason if you are older, have a compromised immune system, or are experiencing shortness of breath.
The most important thing to do is to call ahead to your health care-provider when possible, whether you are going to see your primary care physician, a walk-in clinic, or an emergency department at a hospital. Upon arrival, you will be asked to wear a mask while waiting to prevent spreading your germs and you may be isolated... Read The Full Story on CBC News.
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