Signs and Symptoms Updated 10/12/2020 Watch for symptoms People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19: Fever or chills Cough Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing Fatigue Muscle or body aches Headache New loss of taste or smell Sore throat Congestion or runny nose Nausea or vomiting Diarrhea This list does not include all possible symptoms. CDC will continue to update this list as we learn more about COVID-19. Image Gallery Fever Cough Shortness of breath CDC's Symptom Self-Checker What are the symptoms of COVID-19? What if I have been exposed to or am sick with COVID-19? How do I stop the spread of germs? Information Source: US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) For further information, please visit the CDC's COVID-19 information website