Most coronavirus patients will recover within a fortnight, suffering a fever, cough and losing their sense of smell or taste for several days. Covid-19 is described as a short-term illness caused by infection with the novel SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. The UK's Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) has warned that Covid-19 patients could be left with 'extreme tiredness and shortness of breath for several months'. According to research by the British Heart Foundation, coronavirus patients can suffer irreversible heart damage as a result of their battle with the disease. Mr Lawrence added: 'The best way I'd describe coronavirus is it's like a normal virus but the symptoms and pain keeps doubling or tripling.

Source: Daily Mail July 13, 2020 17:23 UTC