The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, dry cough, and feeling tired. Other less common symptoms that some patients may experience include aches and pains, nasal congestion, headache, conjunctivitis, sore throat, diarrhea, loss of sense of taste or smell, skin rash, or discoloration of fingers or toes. The symptoms experienced are usually mild and appear gradually. Some people become infected but have only mild symptoms.

Most (about 80%) of infected people recover without the need for special treatment. About 1 in 5 people infected with COVID-19 suffer from severe pain and difficulty breathing. Older people (elderly) and people with co-existing medical conditions such as high blood pressure, heart and lung disorders, diabetes, or cancer are more likely to experience more serious illness.

However, anyone can become infected with COVID-19 and become seriously ill. People of any age who have a fever and/or cough accompanied by difficulty breathing/shortness of breath, chest pain/pressure, or loss of ability to speak or move should seek medical attention immediately. If possible, it is advisable to contact the health care provider or health facility in advance, so that the patient can be directed to the appropriate health facility.

source: WHO