COVID-19 symptoms in children can mimic other common illnesses like colds. For a list of other Covid19 symptoms, visit: BacktoSchool2021
While fewer children have been sick with COVID-19 compared to adults, children can be infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, can get sick from COVID-19, and can spread the virus that causes COVID-19 to others. Children, like adults, who have COVID-19 but have no symptoms can still spread the virus to others.
Most children with COVID-19 have mild symptoms or have no symptoms at all. However, some children can get severely ill from COVID-19. They might require hospitalization, intensive care, or a ventilator to help them breathe. In rare cases, they might die. CDC and partners are investigating a rare but serious medical condition associated with COVID-19 in children called Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children . We do not yet know what causes MIS-C and who is at increased risk for developing it. Learn more aboutBabies under 1 year old and children with certain underlying conditions may be more likely to have severe illness from COVID-19.
Babies under 1 year old might be more likely to have severe illness from COVID-19. Other children, regardless of age, with the followingAsthma or chronic lung diseaseHeart disease since birthThis list does not include every underlying condition that might increase the risk for severe illness in children. As more information becomes available, CDC will continue to update and share information about risk for severe illness among children.
If your child has an underlying condition, make sure to discuss your child’s potential for getting very sick with their healthcare provider. Symptoms of COVID-19 are similar in adults and children and can look like symptoms of other common illnesses such as colds, strep throat, or allergies.
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