COVID-19: Mild Symptoms for Most Infected
Symptoms to Watch
The majority of individuals infected with the virus will experience respiratory illness ranging from mild to moderate. Common symptoms include:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
Severity Variation
While most cases are mild, some individuals may develop severe illness, requiring hospitalization. Factors contributing to severe symptoms include:
- Age (older adults are more vulnerable)
- Underlying health conditions (e.g., heart disease, diabetes, chronic lung disease)
- Immunocompromised status
- Exposure to a large amount of virus
- In certain cases, severe illness can occur in young, healthy individuals
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