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COVID-19 Symptoms & Treatment

Symptoms and Treatment

COVID-19 Symptoms

May appear 2-14 days after exposure, and can include:

  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Chills
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle pain or body aches
  • Headache
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Sore throat
  • Diarrhea
  • Congestion or runny nose
  • New loss of taste or smell

When to seek care for COVID-19 related symptoms

If you have any of the following emergency warning signs, the CDC recommends that you seek immediate medical attention*:
  • Trouble breathing
  • Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
  • New confusion or inability to arouse
  • Bluish lips or face

*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your provider or seek care if you are experiencing other severe or concerning symptoms We are recommending you contact your provider for guidance if you develop any of the following symptoms:
  • New or worsening cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Fever
  • Unexplained muscle aches
  • Extreme fatigue

Sign up for the COVID Trace App

COVID Trace is a contact tracing mobile app developed by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services that uses a technology called the Exposure Notifications System from Google and Apple. The app exchanges anonymous information with other phones in your vicinity and can notify you if you've come in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. See more here.