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Confused..Its Covid or Normal Viral

2022-01-19 09:18:48
Hello, From last 2 days suffering from sore throat, cough. After taking some medicine & stream sore in throat is less & cough also reduced & mucus coming out with cough.  Nose feels dry but congestion in nasal In 2 day max temp was 99.7 not more than this. No other symptoms. Covid test not done Is it corona or normal cold/viral? Should I do covid test? Please suggest.. Thanking you.!
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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.

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Kindly discuss for your concern

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Could be covid or any other viral infection. Just by symptom we can't tell which is the organism behind the disease. Better to get tested for covid for confirmation.

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Rtpcr for covid is advisable if there is a possibility of contact Saline gargle and steam inhalation may be beneficial
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Consultation for detailed discussion and medication is advisable

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