10 subtle signs Your child has coronavirus

Every minute counts, when it comes to your child's health.


At the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, you probably heard that it was mainly a serious threat to the elderly. Today, we know that Covid-19 can seriously affect people of all ages, including school-aged children. Doctors notice what they call a multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, which causes inflammation throughout the body and can attack the heart. At least 145 cases have been reported in New York, with many intensive care. Compared to COVID-19 adult, it is very rare. But it deserves vigilant for the signs of the syndrome, which can be subtle at the beginning. Here's what to watch.

1

Cutaneous rash or coat

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This weekend, theNew York TimesreportedIn the case of Jack McMorrown aged 14, whose first sign of the syndrome was a ground red eruption on his hands. The skin peeled on the hands or feet has also been reported, as well as "coovidant toes", red, painful or declinebrangles swelling on the toes.

2

Stomach ache

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As in adults, COVID-19 can first present gastrointestinal symptoms, including abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

3

Enlarged lymph ganglion

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McMorrow has developed an enlarged lymphatic node "tentnis-balloon size" on its neck. In children, the Mayo clinic normally suggests seeing your doctor when expanded lymph nodes last more than two weeks. But if they are accompanied by fever or other symptoms, call your doctor as soon as possible.

4

Strong fever

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According to the CDC, a fever of more than 100.4 Fahrenheit for more than 24 hours is a brand of signaling of the syndrome. If your child points to a temperature that will not disappear, write other symptoms and call your doctor.

5

Pain

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McMoor said he felt pain in all his body in a rotating rush "that looked like" someone who injected you with a right light. "

6

Red eyes

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Very red eyes ("Pinkeye" or conjunctivitis) are also a symptom of syndrome,Michigan's healthreports.

7

Cough or shortness of breath

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The classic COVID-19 sign is a persistent dry cough, possibly accompanied by chest sealing, pain or shortness of breath.

8

Difficulty breathing

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It's a serious symptom. If your child has a difficulty in the air, ask for medical attention as soon as possible.

9

Irritated throat

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Another common sign of the virus is a red or sore throat. According toJohns HopkinsThis and other COVID-19 common symptoms can be light at first and become more intense for five to seven days.

10

Loss of taste or smell

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A sudden odor or taste disability has been reported by some people with COVID-19.An early studyhave found that people with this symptoms were more likely to have a mild case of the disease; This may indicate that the virus has mainly attacked the nose instead of the lungs.

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