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There are many different conditions for COVID-19 disease. The most common symptoms may not appear or, in the worst case, lead to an immediate life-threatening condition. What determines the severity of symptoms? This question was asked by dr hab. n. med. Tomasz Dzieśćtkowski, a virologist from the Medical University of Warsaw.
The World Health Organization website presents three symptoms that most often coexist in coronavirus infection. These include a dry cough, shortness of breath, and high fever (over 38 degrees Celsius). They may also be accompanied by muscle aches, sore throat, anosmia (sudden loss of smell) and weakness in the body.
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What determines the severity of the symptoms of the coronavirus? Dr hab. n. med. Tomasz Dziecistkowski has no doubts – it largely depends on age. Elderly people, men and, of course, all those who have comorbidities have the worst cases of COVID-19 infection.
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Coexisting diseases, or what?
The comorbidities that may cause the symptoms of coronavirus to worsen include cancer (especially lung cancer), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, ischemic heart disease, diabetes and hypertension.
What to do in case of worsening symptoms?
If disturbing symptoms occur or worsen, call the free, dedicated helpline of the Ministry of Health: 800 190 590, which is open XNUMX hours a day.
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We can also contact the nearest sanitary and epidemiological unit. We will get precise guidelines on how to proceed. First of all, we will have to isolate ourselves from other people and prepare things that we want to take to the hospital. We must also not forget about peace and not lying to the paramedics and doctors who may ask us questions.
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Have a question about the coronavirus? Send them to the following address: [email protected] You can find a daily updated list of answers HERE: Coronavirus – frequently asked questions and answers