What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

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. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:

  • 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

This list does not include all possible symptoms. CDC will continue to update this list as we learn more about COVID-19.

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3. How does COVID-19 spread?
4. Who is at a higher risk from COVID-19?
5. How can I protect myself?
6. When can you be released from isolation from COVID-19?
7. What to do if you have contact with someone with COVID-19?
8. Should I be tested for COVID-19?
9. Is there a treatment for COVID-19?
10. Can my pets get COVID-19?