Common Symptoms

Fever is a temporary rise in body temperature, usually above 37.

A cough is a reflex that helps clear the airways of mucus, irritants, or foreign particles.

A headache is pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck.

Abdominal pain refers to discomfort or pain felt anywhere between the chest and the groin.

Chest pain is any discomfort or pain felt in the front of the body between the neck and the upper abdomen.

Shortness of breath is the feeling that you cannot get enough air or that breathing requires more effort than usual.

Diarrhea is the passage of loose or watery stools, usually three or more times a day.

Vomiting is the forceful emptying of stomach contents through the mouth.

Back pain is discomfort felt in the upper, middle, or lower back.

A sore throat is pain, scratchiness, or irritation in the throat that often gets worse when swallowing.

Fatigue is a persistent feeling of tiredness or lack of energy that is not relieved by rest.

Nausea is an uneasy feeling in the stomach that often comes before vomiting, though it does not always lead to it.

Dizziness is a general term for feeling unsteady, lightheaded, or as if the room is spinning (vertigo).

Joint pain is discomfort, aches, or soreness in any of the body's joints.

A rash is a noticeable change in the color or texture of the skin, which may appear as redness, bumps, blisters, or scaly patches.

Painful urination (dysuria) is a burning or stinging sensation during urination.

Swelling (edema) is the buildup of fluid in body tissues, most commonly noticed in the feet, ankles, legs, or hands.

Hyperacidity or stomach upset refers to a burning or gnawing pain in the upper abdomen (epigastric area), often accompanied by bloating, belching, or a sour taste.

Bloating is a feeling of fullness or tightness in the abdomen, often accompanied by visible swelling.

Mouth ulcers (singaw) are small, painful sores that appear inside the mouth — on the gums, tongue, inner cheeks, or lips.