Home Care Tips If You Start To Feel Covid-19 Symptoms

 

The global community was jolted to its very foundations by the COVID-19 epidemic. As a result of the epidemic, every sector had to adapt to the “new normal,” In a surprising turn of events, this forced the emergence of new ideas and technologies all around the globe. Concerning the medical healthcare industry, however, the COVID-19 epidemic wreaked havoc and nearly paralyzed what was previously a sturdy healthcare system worldwide. This led to the search for many alternatives, including home remedies and tips that you could use to care for one showing signs of COVID-19. In this article, we shall discuss these various tips alongside the signs and symptoms you should look for regarding COVID-19. 

Known as a debilitating respiratory illness caused by SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19 is the leading cause of death in children and young people in the United States. It has also been indicated that most patients contracting COVID-19 may experience mild illnesses, although about 1 in 5 people develop a severe illness. It is essential to know the signs one should detect and the home care tips you can follow to ensure total recovery from such an illness. 

Symptoms of COVID-19

Although, it should be stated that the many symptoms of COVID-19 gradually manifest. Nevertheless, there are three common signs of COVID-19, which include: 

  • Fever;
  • Dry Cough and;
  • Tiredness.

Other symptoms that may manifest include: 

  • Body pains
  • Shortness of breath;
  • Headache;
  • Sore throat; 
  • Runny nose etc. 

These symptoms are similar to other illnesses, such as the common cold. However, certain things may occur to tell them apart. For example, while the flu symptoms come suddenly, COVID-19 and its symptoms are slower. Further, fever is a common symptom of COVID-19, unlike the common cold, which occurs on rare occasions. Finally, sneezing is a typical symptom of the common cold. 

Home Care Tips to Treat Symptoms of COVID-19

If a patient suffers from mild COVID-19 and experiences some mild symptoms mentioned above, you can take specific steps to help such a patient recover. These include: 

  • Ensure that you are well-rested. This helps your body to fight the infection.
  • Ensure that you are always hydrated. Your fluids can range from water to sports drinks and even low-sodium broths. 
  • Ensure that your meals are packed with the nutrients your body needs. Since you will be in isolation, a family member may help you get the necessary groceries that you will need.
  • Finally, you may use over-the-counter drugs such as acetaminophen or aspirin to ease some of the symptoms you may experience, such as fever, body aches, pains, etc.