Can you recover at home if you have a mild case of COVID-19?

Can you recover at home if you have a mild case of COVID-19?

Most people have mild illness and are able to recover at home.

How long do COVID-19 patients need to stay home?

You can be around others after:10 days since symptoms first appeared and24 hours with no fever without the use of fever-reducing medications andOther symptoms of COVID-19 are improving

What do I do if I have mild COVID-19 symptoms?

If you have milder symptoms like a fever, shortness of breath, or coughing:● Stay home unless you need medical care. If you do need to go in, call your doctor or hospital first for guidance.● Tell your doctor about your illness.

How bad can a mild case of COVID-19 be?

Even a mild case of COVID-19 can come with some pretty miserable symptoms, including debilitating headaches, extreme fatigue and body aches that make it feel impossible to get comfortable.

When can I be around others after being mild or moderately sick with COVID-19?

You can be around others after:• 10 days since symptoms first appeared and.• 24 hours with no fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and.• Other symptoms of COVID-19 are improving*

Can COVID-19 symptoms come and go?

Yes. During the recovery process, people with COVID-19 might experience recurring symptoms alternating with periods of feeling better. Varying degrees of fever, fatigue and breathing problems can occur, on and off, for days or even weeks.

When do symptoms of the coronavirus disease typically start?

People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus.

How long can a patient still feel the effects of COVID-19 after recovery?

Older people and people with many serious medical conditions are the most likely to experience lingering COVID-19 symptoms, but even young, otherwise healthy people can feel unwell for weeks to months after infection.

Are three weeks enough to recover from COVID-19?

The CDC survey found that one-third of these adults had not returned to normal health within two to three weeks of testing positive for COVID-19.

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