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Every day there are increasing reports about the ways in which the insidious disease Covid-19 can manifest in individuals. Although a wide spectrum of diverse cases appears, some main symptoms are almost identical in patients.
Something we have hardly heard about until now has been added to the group of life‑threatening symptoms.
If you notice a high fever these days, around 38 degrees Celsius, a dry irritating cough combined with overwhelming fatigue, or pronounced muscle pain, you should pay close attention and at minimum place yourself under strict home isolation.
More than half of infected people can recover from the dangerous diagnosis at home, but that does not mean it becomes the rule (regardless of age or gender). The SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus tends to expose hidden weaknesses in the body, and it is precisely then that it strikes with the greatest force.
Respiratory disorders can also send inconspicuous signals
The new type of infection attacks the airways, where it can cause even bilateral pneumonia. If you experience shortness of breath and worsened breathing, it is therefore necessary to call an ambulance immediately. The British health service also warns of one little‑known symptom, whose timely detection could save someone’s life.
It concerns a blue discoloration of the lips, which is a sign of impaired oxygen flow, leading to asphyxiation. In combination with the symptoms mentioned above, blue lips could represent a clear signal of a spreading Covid-19 infection, so it should not be underestimated for a single minute — contact medical services immediately!
