Most people with coronavirus (COVID-19) feel better within a few weeks. You may be able to look after yourself at home while you recover.

While you're ill, ask a friend, family member or neighbour to check up on you. Arrange a regular call or talk through a doorway (not face to face) so they can check how you're doing.

Treating a high temperature

If you have a high temperature, it can help to:

• get lots of rest
• drink plenty of fluids (water is best) to avoid dehydration – drink enough so your pee is light yellow and clear
• take paracetamol or ibuprofen if you feel uncomfortable

Is it safe to take ibuprofen if I have symptoms of COVID-19?

Treating a cough

If you have a cough, it's best to avoid lying on your back. Lie on your side or sit upright instead. To help ease a cough, try having a teaspoon of honey. But do not give honey to babies under 12 months. If this does not help, you could contact a pharmacist for advice about cough treatments.

Do not go to a pharmacy:

• If you have COVID-19 symptoms, stay at home.
• If you live with someone who has symptoms, you may also need to stay at home. 
• Try calling or contacting the pharmacy online instead.

Things to try if you're feeling breathless:

• If you're feeling breathless, it can help to keep your room cool.
• Try turning the heating down or opening a window. Do not use a fan as it may spread the virus.

You could also try:

• breathing slowly in through your nose and out through your mouth, with your lips together like you're gently blowing out a candle
• sitting upright in a chair
• relaxing your shoulders, so you're not hunched
• leaning forward slightly – support yourself by putting your hands on your knees or on something stable like a chair

Try not to panic if you're feeling breathless. This can make it worse.

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