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COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) is an illness caused by a virus. This virus is a coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2. It spreads when a person who has the infection breathes out droplets and very small particles that contain the virus. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · https://medlineplus.gov/covid19coronavirusdisease2019.html; https://www.mayoclinic.org/search/search-results?q=COVID-19; Guideline: WHO COVID-19 clinical management guideline 2023
COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) is an illness caused by a virus. This virus is a coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2. It spreads when a person who has the infection breathes out droplets and very small particles that contain the virus.
Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · MedlinePlus (US NLM) · Mayo Clinic
Findings that point to it: fever, cough, loss of smell.
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See a qualified clinician to confirm or rule this out, sooner if symptoms worsen.
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Tests used to confirm: isolation; antiviral if high risk; watch oxygen saturation.
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Treatment is decided by a clinician after confirming the diagnosis. No dosing information is given here.
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WHO COVID-19 clinical management guideline 2023
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