After two years of the pandemic, scientists have been able to narrow down a pretty specific list of COVID symptoms. As new variants were emerging, the symptoms changed slightly but never really changed. With fever being one of the clearest indications of an illness, why is it that not all cases include a fever?
AFC Urgent Care Waltham provides COVID-19 testing to all patients. If you begin to feel a sickness coming on, visit our center to get tested. Our providers can help make recommendations for medication to ease your symptoms, regardless of whether you are suffering from a fever.
Does COVID Always Cause a Fever?
Not all COVID cases are going to experience a fever. In fact, only 55.5% of cases have reported experiencing one. Some patients may not experience any flu-like symptoms at all, but you are still contagious and can easily spread the virus to others.
Regardless of whether or not you are experiencing a fever, you should get tested for COVID if you’re feeling under the weather.
Other COVID-19 Symptoms
Unless your case is asymptomatic, you are likely to experience a variety of other symptoms with COVID. It’s important to be mindful of your symptoms to monitor them for their severity. Cases of the common cold, the flu, or allergies are also closely related to these symptoms, so it’s important to avoid close contact with others while you’re sick out of caution.
Some other common COVID-19 symptoms include:
- Coughing
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Congestion or runny nose
- Fatigue
- Body aches
- New loss of taste or smell
COVID-19 symptoms can become severe and require medical attention. If you or a loved one are experiencing difficulty breathing, chest pain, difficulty waking, or confusion, receive emergency medical attention quickly.
Treating COVID-19
Non-emergency cases of COVID should still be confirmed with a test and urgent medical attention. That is where AFC Waltham comes in. Our providers can help provide recommendations to help you feel better sooner.
OTC medications are the best way to help ease your symptoms. Pain relievers can help ease body or muscle aches, as well as reduce your fever if you have one. Cold medications can help relieve congestion, cough, sore throat, or runny nose. Be sure to speak with a medical provider before combining any medications, as some are not meant to be combined.
Rest is one of the most important aspects of healing from an illness. It’s imperative you give your body time to heal itself and do not overdo it. For more information, call or visit AFC Waltham today.
