Symptoms
Loss of smell could be a symptom of COVID-19
Sudden loss of a sense of smell could be a sign of a COVID-19 infection, doctors recently reported. The complete loss of smell, or anosmia, is already associated with ; about 40% of anosmia cases occur after a viral infection, according to a statement published online on March 21 by ENT UK at The Royal College of Surgeons of England, an association of ear, nose and throat physicians in the United Kingdom.
The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, tiredness, and dry
cough. Some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion,
runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. These symptoms are usually mild
and begin gradually. Some people become infected but don’t develop
any symptoms and don't feel unwell. Most people (about 80%) recover
from the disease without needing special treatment. Around 1 out of
every 6 people who gets COVID-19 becomes seriously ill and develops
difficulty breathing. Older people, and those with underlying
medical problems like high blood pressure, heart problems or
diabetes, are more likely to develop serious illness. People with
fever, cough and difficulty breathing should seek medical attention.
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