Some people who have a confirmed case of COVID-19 may be able to get COVID-19 medication. If you have had contact with someone who has COVID-19 and develop symptoms, you should get tested. If you have any symptoms of COVID-19 - even if they are mild - you should get tested and stay at home until you receive a negative test result, regardless of your vaccination status. What should I do if I develop COVID-19 symptoms? When you arrive, wear a surgical mask at all times and tell staff straight away that you have COVID-19. If you go to a hospital emergency department (ED), contact it beforehand to tell the staff that you have COVID-19. If you can’t reach your GP straight away, call triple zero (000) for an ambulance and tell the ambulance staff that you have COVID-19. If your symptoms worsen, you or your caregivers should call your GP for advice. If your child has any of these symptoms call triple zero (000) right now and ask for an ambulance. they've not produced much urine ('wee') in the last 24 hours (less than half their normal amount).they've not had many fluids (such as water) in the last 24 hours (less than half their normal intake).their skin colour looks 'patchy' or very pale.being too breathless to speak or feed, or long pauses between breaths.working very hard to breathe, or using chest or abdominal (tummy) muscles to breathe.high-pitched wheezing sound while breathing (stridor).If you are experiencing any severe symptoms call triple zero (000) for an ambulance and tell the ambulance staff that you have COVID-19. passing no urine (‘wee’) or a lot less urine than usual.pain or pressure in the chest lasting more than 10 minutes.cold and clammy, or pale and mottled, skin.breathlessness at rest and/or you’re unable to speak in sentences.The following symptoms are considered severe: vomiting or diarrhoea (more than 4 times in the last 24 hours, of either).reduced urine output ('weeing') over the last 24 hours (producing less urine, but more than half the normal amount).reduced fluid intake (drinking) over the last 24 hours (but more than half the normal intake).struggling to get out of bed and feeling dizzy or weak.persistent worsening cough that regularly produces mucus.persistent fever above 38 oC that's not responding to treatment.shortness of breath while walking around, such as noticeably having to breathe more heavily while walking around the house.The following symptoms are considered moderate: not drinking as much fluid (such as water) as usual in the last 24 hours.new aches and pains, or lethargy or weakness without shortness of breath.mild upper respiratory tract symptoms, such as a congested or runny nose, sneezing, or a scratchy or sore throat.The following symptoms are considered mild: How will I know if my symptoms are mild, moderate or severe? Mild symptoms You can use the healthdirect Symptom Checker online to check your symptoms and find out if you might need medical help.ĬHECK YOUR SYMPTOMS - Use the COVID-19 Symptom and Antiviral Eligibility Checker to find out if you need medical help. Learn about mild, moderate and severe COVID-19 symptoms, and when to seek medical advice.
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