Cold and sore throat

2022-08-04 02:44:07
I had loose motions one morning and had a bit of a temp that very evening. Post that day I currently have sore throat and slight congestion. Should I go for covid test?
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Connect please

Answered2022-08-04 07:45:34

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Do CBC, COVID test, fever profile Take pantaprazole, paracetamol, probiotics and multi vitamins Keep your self hydrated well

Answered2022-08-04 04:46:22

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Covid testing my be advisable if there is any positive contact history
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable

Answered2022-08-04 03:52:00

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You can go for Covid test. Covid test is expensive . I think no Government agency is doing it as a screening method for Covid  these days.

Answered2022-08-04 03:27:27

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It will depend on how many cases of covid are present in your area, and if you have in contact of known or suspected case of COVID-19.
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other than this you can go for it on your choice also

Answered2022-08-04 03:15:36

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Take some stema ,hot water gargling Medication advised by local doctor Observe for 3 days Still persisting symptoms Then go for covid test

Answered2022-08-04 03:06:59

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

Answered2022-08-04 03:00:42

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Can help you kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2022-08-04 12:15:22

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Yes you should.

Answered2022-08-04 04:48:32

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A detailed history would help in understanding your situation better. Kindly consult at your convenience.

Answered2022-08-04 04:29:23

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According to your sign and symptom and the history you are suffering from gastroenteritis disease. And sore throat and slight  congestion indicate you have secondry infection with gastroenteritis disease because when your body is week then you can get infection easily. You should take better treatment to cure of the above sign and symptom. For better treatment You should take consultation for correct diagnosis .
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you should do test like CBC, ESR and typhoid test  to find out the exact cause of problem.
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please keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life.

Answered2022-08-04 03:58:20

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