Other common symptoms reported by Covid sufferers include headaches, muscle and joint pain, nasal congestion, and fatigue - while a less common but noted symptom are rashes of various forms. A recent study found of 17% of patients with multiple symptoms, skin rashes were the first symptom to appear, while for 21% of patients rashes were their only symptom, reports The Conversation. Here are the four main types of skin changes to look out for, and the possible reasons why they occur. Email webnews@mirror.co.uk(Image: CovidSkinSigns.com)Chilblain-like lesionsThese are red, swollen or blistering skin lesions that affect mainly the toes and soles of the feet, colloquially known as “Covid toes”. In two internationalreports on different types of suspected Covid-related skin conditions, around 60% of patients with skin complaints reported these lesions.

Source: Daily Mirror March 02, 2021 16:16 UTC