Coronavirus: What Are The Symptoms Of Corona Virus And When Should I See A Doctor?

Posted by E.L.E.X on March 07 2020 under News

What is Corona Virus (Covid-19)

It is caused by a member of the coronavirus family that has never been encountered before. Like other coronaviruses, it has come from animals.

Many of those initially infected either worked or frequently shopped in the Huanan seafood wholesale market in the centre of the Chinese city.

What Are The Symptoms This Coronavirus Causes?

The virus can cause pneumonia. Those who have fallen ill are reported to suffer coughs, fever and breathing difficulties.

In severe cases, there can be organ failure. As this is viral pneumonia, antibiotics are of no use. The antiviral drugs we have against flu will not work.

Recovery depends on the strength of the immune system. Many of those who have died were already in poor health.

Should I go to the doctor if I have a cough?

The medical advice is that if you have recently travelled from areas affected by a coronavirus, you should:

1. Stay indoors and avoid contact with other people as you would with the flu

2. Please call Lagos State Emergency hotlines 08023169485 or 08033565529 or 08052817243 which are available day and night. to inform them of your recent travel to the area.