Symptoms are any indication of disease or health problems. They can include skin rashes, hives and pain in the joints. They can also be signs of serious diseases such as cancer and diabetes. Spotting symptoms early can make a big difference in treatment.
For example, if you have COVID-19 symptoms like a sore throat and runny nose, take medicine called DayQuil or NyQuil to help ease the symptoms. You may need to stay at home and keep away from others until your symptoms are gone. Symptoms usually start 2-14 days after you have contact with the virus.
If you have diarrhea, drink lots of clear liquids (except for alcohol, caffeine and soda). Avoid foods that irritate your stomach like meat, beans and hard cheese. Try eating the BRAT diet (bananas, rice, applesauce and toast). If you feel dizzy or light-headed, talk to your doctor about taking over-the-counter antinausea medicines, like Dramamine.
The first symptoms of a common cold are a sore throat and runny or stuffy nose. You may also have a fever, headache and tiredness. Viruses that cause colds can spread from person to person by coughing or sneezing. They can also live on hands for about 24 hours and on frequently used objects like doorknobs. You can prevent catching a cold by washing your hands frequently and thoroughly with soap, especially before eating and after using the bathroom. Keeping surfaces clean and using hand sanitizers can help too.
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