US Medical Term · conditions
COVID-19
COVID-19
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | COVID-19 |
| Spanish (Español) | COVID-19 |
| Chinese (中文) | 新冠肺炎 |
| Korean (한국어) | 코로나19 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | COVID-19 |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | COVID-19 |
| Portuguese (Português) | COVID-19 |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | โควิด-19 |
| Japanese (日本語) | 新型コロナウイルス感染症 |
What it means
COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. Symptoms range from mild, such as fever, cough, and fatigue, to severe, including difficulty breathing, chest pain, and low oxygen levels. Some people develop serious complications including pneumonia and organ failure. Treatment depends on severity and may include antiviral medications, supplemental oxygen, or hospitalization. Vaccination significantly reduces the risk of severe illness. Some people experience persistent symptoms for weeks or months after infection, a condition called Long COVID. Good hand hygiene and staying up to date on vaccines help prevent spread.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I tested positive for COVID-19 and my symptoms are getting worse.
Salí positivo para COVID-19 y mis síntomas están empeorando.
Am I eligible for antiviral treatment for COVID-19?
¿Soy elegible para un tratamiento antiviral para COVID-19?
I have been experiencing long COVID symptoms for several weeks.
He tenido síntomas de COVID prolongado durante varias semanas.
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
U07 Emergency use of U07Related terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026