Coronavirus Symptoms: Extreme fatigue and weakness could be signs of COVID-19, here's what you need to know

The massive surge in the number of COVID-19 cases has raised a state of alarm in the country. Besides rummaging through hospitals and medical facilities for beds, oxygen cylinders and basic resources, people are also struggling to cope with the symptoms caused by the deadly virus. Along with the most classic symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, cough and loss of sense of smell and taste, many new symptoms have also appeared in recent times.

Given the second wave of coronavirus, driven by the new mutations and lax precautions by the people, is more dangerous, deadlier and problematic, it also brings along a wide range of new symptoms and physical ailments. Currently, the virus not only affects the most vulnerable, but also the younger population in the country.

As per reports, extreme fatigue along with a drop in the platelet count can also be a sign of COVID-19. Doctors dealing with coronavirus patients state that many of them come up with drier mucous membrane passages and experience unexplained feelings of weakness. Given that the second wave of coronavirus is nothing like the first, even the young and the healthier individuals are getting affected by the virus.

During this critical time, if you feel extremely tired or exhausted and have a fever or an irritable throat, then you must take caution. First and foremost, it is important that you minimise your contact with people and isolate yourself. You must get yourself tested and remain in isolation until your report comes out as negative. If you test positive, then do not panic, instead indulge in a good diet, take plenty of fluids, bed rest is very crucial and most importantly, take care of your mental health. keep monitoring your symptoms and stay in touch with your doctor.

At such times of chaos and conflict, it is also important to note other most classic symptoms of COVID-19, so as to detect the virus at an early stage. That said, here are some symptoms to watch out for.

- Fever

- Dry cough

- Sore throat

- Runny and stuffy nose

- Chest pain and shortness of breath

- Gastrointestinal infection

- Loss of sense of smell and taste