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COVID-19 symptoms can include:
The symptoms are very similar to symptoms of other illnesses, such as colds and flu.
Most people feel better within a few weeks, but it can take longer to recover.
For some people, it can be a more serious illness and their symptoms can last longer.
Try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people if you or your child have symptoms and either:
You can go back to your normal activities when you feel better or do not have a high temperature.
If your child has mild symptoms such as a runny nose, sore throat or mild cough, and they feel well enough, they can go to school or childcare.
If you are eligible for treatments for COVID-19, you should take a rapid lateral flow test as soon as you get symptoms.
Find out more about treatments for COVID-19 and who can have them
It’s not always possible to treat COVID-19. But there are things you can do to help ease some of the symptoms, such as a high temperature, a cough and breathlessness.
get lots of rest
drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration (your pee should be light yellow or clear)
take paracetamol or ibuprofen if you feel uncomfortable
try having a teaspoon of honey if you have a cough – do not give honey to babies under 12 months
try turning the heating down or opening a window to help with breathlessness
breathe slowly in through your nose and out through your mouth, with your lips together like you're gently blowing out a candle
sit upright in a chair to help with breathlessness
relax your shoulders, so you're not hunched to help with breathlessness
lean forward slightly – support yourself by putting your hands on your knees or on something stable like a chair to help with breathlessness
do not lie on your back if you have a cough – lie on your side or sit upright instead
do not use a fan to cool your room as it may spread the virus
try not to panic if you're feeling breathless – this can make it worse
Find out how you can help relieve breathlessness.
If you have a cough, you can ask a pharmacist for advice about cough treatments.
If you or your child have tested positive for COVID-19:
You are no longer required to do a COVID-19 rapid lateral flow test if you have symptoms.
It's particularly important to get help if you're at increased risk of getting ill from COVID-19, such as if you're pregnant, aged 60 or over, or have a weakened immune system.
You can call 111 or get help from 111 online.
Read more about how to avoid catching and spreading COVID-19
Read full guidance for people with symptoms of a respiratory infection including COVID-19 on GOV.UK
GOV.UK guidance for people whose immune system means they are at higher risk from COVID-19
