Our data shows that when rates of COVID-19 are high, the chances that a runny nose is due to coronavirus infection is high. But when rates of COVID-19 are low, it’s less likely to be a symptom and more likely to be due to another cause such as a cold orallergy. Even so,...
THURSDAY, Sept. 21, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Symptoms of mild COVID-19 infection have shifted this season, and now are more akin to those of allergies and the common cold, doctors say. Many people with COVID-19 now are presenting with upper respiratory symptoms like runny nose,...
Pink eye can be a symptomof viral illnesses such as COVID-19, a cold or the flu — but it doesn't happen every time. If you have a hacking cough, runny nose, or other symptoms of a viral illness, and your eyes get red and weepy and your eyelids puffy, you could have viral pink...
Of course, we all know to be vigilant against COVID-19 and the annual flu, but another respiratory virus is making the rounds that the elderly and parents should especially be aware of. It’s called the Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV. Here’s what to know about it. What is Respira...
Concerned that you or a loved one may have COVID-19? Start your symptom assessment in thefree Ada app, or find out more about theappfirst. How long does COVID-19 cough last? In most cases, a COVID cough slowly disappears while you’re recovering from your infection. Some may have a...
Change in or loss of taste and smell (more common with COVID) Cough Fatigue Fever and chills Headache Muscle pain or body aches Runny or stuffy nose Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing Sore throat Vomiting and diarrhea (more common in children with the flu or COVID) ...
Loss of taste or smell Runny nose or congestion Shortness of breath Fatigue Muscle or body aches Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea It's also a good idea to take a test if you're exposed to someone who has COVID-19. In the event your results are negative, theFood and Drug Administrationrecommends...
This means that having a normal body temperature does not exclude COVID-19 infection. Besides fever, other symptoms of COVID-19 may include: Cough Runny nose Body aches Headache Sore throat Difficulty breathing Nausea with or without vomiting Diarrhea Loss of taste Loss of smell Abdominal pain...
Bronchitis is often caused by a viral respiratory infection Bronchitis typically develops from a cold or other respiratory infection, including theflu,respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)andCOVID-19. This commonly leads to short-term (acute) bronchitis. But sometimes bronchitis-causing bacteria can infect...
(HealthDay)—While loss of smell is a symptom of COVID-19, don't panic—there are a variety of other possible causes, one expert says.