Symptoms. Signs and symptoms of COVID-19 may appear two to 14 days after exposure and can include: Fever; Cough; Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing; Other symptoms can include: Tiredness; Aches; Runny nose; Sore throat; The severity of COVID-19 symptoms can range from very mild to severe. Some people have no symptoms.
What to Know About Coronavirus (COVID-19) Diagnosis The diagnosis of a routine coronavirus infection (cold symptoms) involves a medical history, including travel history, and a physical examination. Most often, the patient will be diagnosed with a cold, and sent home.