The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added six new coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms.
The federal agency previously listed fever, cough and shortness of breath or difficulty breathing as symptoms of COVID-19. The CDC, though, added chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, and a new loss of taste or smell as signs one could be infected with the highly contagious virus.
The symptoms generally appear between two days and two weeks after being exposed to coronavirus.
The CDC says the emergency warning signs for the virus are trouble breathing, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new confusion or inability to arouse and bluish lips or face. Anyone displaying any of those symptoms is recommended to seek medical attention immediately.
The agency noted the list of emergency warning signs is not all inclusive and advised people to consult a medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning, as other symptoms for coronavirus may include diarrhea, skin rash, runny nose, red eyes, and fatigue, according to the CDC.
There are nearly one million confirmed cases of COVID-19 and nearly 56,000 deaths blamed on the virus in the U.S. In Kentucky, over 4,000 people have been infected, with over 200 deaths.
By Ken Howlett, News Director
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