Should you take cold medications if you have COVID-19 without symptoms?

Should you take cold medications if you have COVID-19 without symptoms?

If you have COVID-19 but don’t have symptoms, don’t take cold medications, acetaminophen (Tylenol), or over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil®) and naproxen (Aleve®). These medications may hide the symptoms of COVID-19.

Should I use over-the-counter medications to help with some of the symptoms of the flu or COVID-19?

You can use over-the-counter (OTC) medications to help relieve common symptoms of the flu or COVID-19. But these medications are not a treatment for the flu or COVID-19, meaning they do not work to kill the viruses that cause these infections.

Who is responsible for reporting COVID-19 tests?

The testing site that performs the COVID-19 test is responsible for reporting to the appropriate state or local public health department.

Can any treatments restore my sense of smell and taste after COVID-19 infection?

Since in the majority of cases the sense of smell returns within 2 weeks, treatment is not usually necessary.

How long can it take to get your taste and smell back after COVID-19?

One recent study, which tracked the health of 2,428 individuals who claimed to have lost their sense of smell and/or taste as a result of COVID-19, found that 40% of them had completely regained their sense of smell six months later, while only 2% reported no improvement at all.

What symptoms should be used to screen for COVID-19 in the workplace?

Consider focusing the screening questions on “new” or “unexpected” symptoms (e.g., a chronic cough would not be a positive screen). Consider including these symptoms:• Fever or feeling feverish (chills, sweating)• New cough• Difficulty breathing• Sore throat• Muscle aches or body aches• Vomiting or diarrhea• New loss of taste or smell

How does COVID-19 affect your lungs?

So COVID-19 is more likely to go deeper than viruses like the common cold. Your lungs might become inflamed, making it tough for you to breathe. This can lead to pneumonia, an infection of the tiny air sacs (called alveoli) inside your lungs where your blood exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide.