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COVID-19 cases rise over summer as doctors see different symptoms
KTTC | Rochester, MN • • health
Key Points:
- COVID-19 cases have increased nationally during the summer, with symptoms now often including gastrointestinal issues like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, in addition to traditional respiratory symptoms.
- The rise in cases is partly attributed to the back-to-school season, although overall respiratory illness remains low.
- Doctors note that the virus may be reverting to a form closer to the original coronavirus, causing a mix of upper respiratory and gastrointestinal symptoms.
- Medical experts advise families to manage symptoms at home with fever reducers and hydration, recommending children stay home until fever-free for 24 hours, but not to panic.
- Emergency care should be sought if patients experience severe shortness of breath or cannot keep fluids down.
