Don’t take it for granted! Skin Conditions Could Be Your Signal of Exposure to Covid-19, You Know!

WE Online, Jakarta –

Today we all know the symptoms Covid-19 fairly common ones, such as fever, dry cough, and muscle aches that take a long time to subside and may also indicate the severity and type of infection being experienced.

Some other signs of infection that may also be dangerous, but often go unnoticed. For example, the symptoms of COVID-19 on toes and rashes. Also Read: The Covid-19 Pandemic is Almost a Year, the Baduy Tribe Has Zero Positive Cases

While it can easily be considered a normal rash or a sign of an allergy, an unusual rash, redness, and bumps can often act as signs of severe Covid-19.

Nearly 1 in 6 patients with acute skin symptoms require hospital admission, and many others have symptoms that persist weeks and months after recovery. Therefore, this is not a symptom that can be taken lightly. Also Read: Preventing the Spread of Covid, Asked French Citizens Not to Chat on Public Transportation

Research also shows that rashes and bumps are also a major sign of infection in younger children, who show different symptoms than adults.

Here are some signs to start looking out for on your skin Times of India.

Rash

For many people who have COVID-19, the virus can spread to the veins and arteries and cause inflammation, which appears on the skin. This rapid inflammation can cause a rash, which can sometimes be described as ‘red, itchy and even bumpy spots’.

In young children and babies, the appearance of patchy or uneven skin that can occur on the legs, hands, stomach or back can be a sign to watch out for.

Uneven, bumpy skin with redness can also occur due to changes in blood pressure levels and oxygen flow in the body. It can also be caused by the extreme chills and chills that occur with fever.

Swelling of the toes

The symptoms of COVID-19 on the toes were first seen in children, now they are a common sign that adults also display.

Again due to inflammation in the body caused by the spread of the virus, the toes can cause swelling, lesions and discoloration of the fingers and toes. They are likened to winter frostbite and sore throat.

Along with the discoloration and swelling, this can also cause blisters, and lead to itching, pain, and a rough feeling.

Dry lips

As indicated by many patients, the lips can become sore if they have a corona virus infection. Dry, scaly lips during the infection phase can be common and the pain can also spread into the mouth. This is most likely the cause of the dry, blistered skin that occurs with the infection.

Dry lips can also happen when you are dehydration, or not getting enough nutrition during recovery. Another sign is a bluish tint on the lips, which is caused by a lack of oxygen which can also act as a sign of concern.

Then who is more at risk? Research shows that people who have certain pre-existing medical conditions, such as respiratory problems, obesity, and the elderly (which can affect immunity) are more likely to be at risk of developing Covid-19.

Diabetics who have recovered from Covid-19 need to pay extra attention because they have a higher risk of developing skin infections, bleeding and wounds.

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