One of the characteristics of the COVID-19 pandemic that has made it so difficult to respond to is the fact that it can be spread by carriers who are feeling healthy and not showing any symptoms of the virus. These are known as asymptomatic cases, and scientists believe it could account for up to 20% of cases around the globe. 

In general, people not knowing they’re carriers and potentially spreading the virus is the biggest issue of asymptomatic cases. Delmar Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing has a look at three pieces of advice from doctors on if there are any potential signs of being an asymptomatic carrier and what you should do if you are. 

Are Asymptomatic Cases Really Asymptomatic?

Because COVID-19 presents such a wide range of symptoms and the severity can range from mild to deadly, people may be mistaking signs of the virus for something else. Some people have tested positive for COVID-19 and only had a headache, body aches, skin issues, or diarrhea—all that can be easily confused for something much more benign.

The Better Health You’re in, the More Likely You Are to Be Asymptomatic

Researchers have found that the majority of people who are either asymptomatic or have mild symptoms are younger people with few to no pre-existing health conditions. This is a reason for all of us to be in the best shape we can by eating right and exercising regularly.

Precautionary Measures Are Still the Best

Since there’s no way to know if you are an asymptomatic carrier unless you’re tested regularly as part of a job or undergo an antibody test, experts say the best way to keep yourself and other people safe is by social distancing and wearing a mask when around people, especially in indoor or poorly ventilated spaces.

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