8 New Symptoms of Someone Infected with Corona Covid-19 Virus, Red Skin - Diarrhea

Kapanlagi.com - Anxiety due to the increasing number of cases exposed to the corona virus, of course, makes experts observe what symptoms are emerging. Recently, a study has been conducted and there are several new symptoms.

According to several doctors in France, people exposed to the corona virus not only have fever, cough, and shortness of breath. However, red and itchy skin is said to be a new symptom of someone infected with the corona virus. In addition, there are several other symptoms that appear in someone exposed to the corona virus.

The following are new symptoms of someone infected with corona covid-19, as reported from several sources:

1. Loss of Smell and Taste

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Recently, it has been mentioned that someone infected with coronavirus experiences symptoms of loss of smell. This case is indeed very common. According to a survey, out of 59 patients in Italy, only 19 percent experienced loss of smell, while 34 percent lost one of their senses.

2. Pink Eye

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Researchers in China have stated that the COVID-19 virus can spread through tears, causing the eyes to become pink. In this regard, a study revealed that out of 38 patients with coronavirus, 12 of them also had pink eye.

Pink eye, or conjunctiva, is a thin transparent tissue layer that covers the inner part of the eyelid and extends over the white part of the eye. Therefore, rubbing an infected eye and then touching others can lead to the risk of transmission.

3. Red Skin and Itching

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A new symptom of someone infected with the corona covid-19 is the appearance of red skin and itching. According to Randy Jacobs, MD, a dermatologist based in California, he observed cases of red skin and itching in three of his patients who were exposed to the corona covid-19 virus.

In these cases, red skin and itching can be caused by the immune system's response to the virus. In addition, red skin and itching occur intermittently, unlike red skin in someone infected with chickenpox, measles, or dengue fever.

The red skin and itching resemble painful cold sores. Red skin and itching appear in various forms and sizes and can occur anywhere on the body. Doctors in France suggest that any patient who experiences these symptoms should immediately speak to a dermatologist.

4. Nausea and Diarrhea

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Nausea and diarrhea are new symptoms of someone infected with corona covid-19. Previously, these symptoms did exist, but rarely occurred in corona-infected patients. According to WHO, they reported that only about 5 percent of patients worldwide experience nausea, and 3 percent of patients in China experience diarrhea.

5. Confusion

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The onset of confusion in someone could be a cause of covid-19 infection. According to medical experts' reports in the United States, Germany, Italy, Austria, and China, patients who experience confusion usually have difficulty telling their own names, are less responsive, and even appear disoriented.

This confusion can occur because something is happening in their brain. Thus, the corona virus can affect the most important organ in the body. Another explanation states that this condition occurs because the flow of oxygen to the brain is not smooth, causing confusion.

6. Headache and Dizziness

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When the body feels unwell, often experiencing headaches or dizziness. However, in the previous symptoms, these symptoms are not included in the symptoms of being infected with the corona virus. Recently, someone infected with the corona virus has symptoms of headache and dizziness.

According to a study by The Lancet, only 8 percent of patients complain about this. This happens because it is likely the effect of the main symptom, which is fever. A high body temperature can trigger a person to have a headache.

7. Runny Nose

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Previously, flu was indeed a symptom of someone infected with covid-19. However, this time a new symptom arises, namely a runny nose. Although this condition is similar to the flu, it is different and rarely occurs.

A new symptom of being infected with corona with a runny nose is indeed rarely found. According to WHO, only about 5 percent of patients experience a runny nose. In the cases found, someone who has this symptom is generally accompanied by a sore throat and a stuffy nose.

8. Muscle Pain

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Although muscle pain can indicate various diseases, However, other facts state that muscle pain can occur in someone infected with corona covid-19. However, this rarely happens to most people, according to WHO, only 14 percent of patients experience it.

Muscle pain is an indication of a moderate infection. If you experience this condition accompanied by fever and cough, immediately rest and self-quarantine at home.

Those are some of the latest symptoms caused by being infected with the corona covid-19 virus. If you experience the above symptoms, seek medical attention immediately and follow the doctor's instructions for further treatment.

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