There are currently 2,626 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the UK, and 103 people have died as a result of the virus.

The NHS has listed the two main symptoms of coronavirus as a high fever and a new, continuous cough.

Most people who are infected go on to recover fully, with some only experiencing mild symptoms.

The death rate is believed to be between 1-2%.

Once patient who was one of the first people in Scotland to contract the disease has spoken out about his experience.

The man, in his 50s, was treated in isolation in Scotland and has go on to have a full recovery.

He spoke to BBC Radio Scotland’s Drivetime with John Beattie, describing what having coronavirus felt like.

The man was diagnosed with COVID-19 after his trip to Italy.

He explained: “I felt no symptoms. I was completely fine and went to work on the Wednesday and Thursday.

“Later on the Thursday evening, I started to feel a bit of flu coming on.

“I had a mild fever, shivery but the biggest symptom was aches and pains, particularly in my legs.

“I was feverish – that continued through Thursday night and I did’t sleep too well.”

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After feeling explaining the symptoms to the NHS 111 service he was instructed to go to hospital where he was tested.

After being confirmed to have coronavirus, his symptoms did not develop any further.

He continued: “By the time I went to hospital, I was feeling fine. The mild flu symptoms quickly dissipated, I had no leg pain, no fever, no cough and no shortness of breath.”

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After being in isolation for eight days, the virus was out of his body, and he saiid he “felt well”.

The man added: “My symptoms seemed to have gone within three or four days.

“But I fully understood the reason for isolation, given my tests showed I was positive for COVID-19.”

It’s important to understand that while many experience mild symptoms, coronavirus can affect people differently.

The NHS says it’s particularly important for people who are aged 70 or over, have a long-term condition, are pregnant or have a weakened immune system to avoid catching the virus.

The best way to do this is to wash your hands with soap and water often, for at least 20 seconds.

When soap and water aren’t available, use hand sanitiser gel.

If you think you may have symptoms of coronavirus, don’t go to a GP, pharmacy or hospital.

Stay home for seven days if you are alone, or 14 days if you live with other people.

You can use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service to find out more if you have symptoms.

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