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Current Treatments for COVID-19

COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus. The novel coronavirus was discovered after an outbreak in Wuhan, China, in December 2019.

Since the initial outbreak, the novel coronavirus has spread to most countries around the world. It’s been responsible for tens of millions of infections globally, causing well over 2 million deaths. The United States is the most affected country.

Vaccines are now available to protect against the novel coronavirus. Researchers are also working on creating more potential treatments for COVID-19.

The disease is more likely to cause symptoms in older adults and those with underlying health conditions. Most people who develop symptoms of COVID-19 experience:

• fever
• cough
• shortness of breath
• fatigue

Less common symptoms include:

• chills, with or without repeated shaking
• headache
• loss of taste or smell
• sore throat
• muscle aches and pains
• a stuffy or runny nose
• diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and other gastrointestinal symptoms
• discolored fingers or toes
• pink eye

Keep reading to learn more about the current treatment options for COVID-19, what types of treatments are being explored, and what to do if you develop symptoms.