Update 9: 10 Unusual Symptoms of COVID 19

We know the usual signs and symptoms of COVID 19 to watch for by now.  They include but are not limited to:

1. Fever/chills
2. Cough
3. Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
4. Fatigue
5. Muscle/body aches
6. Headache
7. Loss of taste/smell
8. Sore throat
9. Nasal congestion or runny nose
10. Nausea or vomiting

In addition to the above symptoms, the CDC recommends you seek emergency medical care if you have any of these symptoms:

1. Trouble breathing
2. Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
3. New confusion
4. Inability to wake or stay awake
5. Bluish lips or face

There are 10 unusual symptoms that are seen less often but are associated with COVID 19:

1. Skin irritation
2. Brain fog/confusion/hallucinations/delirium
3. Elevated heart rate or temperature 
4. Vocal cord neuropathy/hoarseness/difficulty speaking

​As COVID 19 and its variants continue to evolve, more symptoms may come to light.  Any new symptom that you have not had before deserves attention especially if you have a number of the above symptoms at the same time.

As adapted from the Cleveland Clinic February 1, 2021
By Deb Taylor