Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Cough and Cold
I am having cough and cold for 5 days.Sometimes heavy breath.I have diabetes and blood pressure Should i go for a covid test.What can i try to cure this any suggestions please?
Answers (31)
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
Hlo sir, aapko 5 din se cough aur cold hai, kabhi-kabhi saans bhi heavy lag rahi hai. Saath me aapko diabetes aur BP hai, isliye thoda dhyan rakhna zaroori hai.
Aapke liye advice:
Steam inhalation aur garam paani se gargle karte rahiye.
Zyada thanda, spicy aur oily khana avoid karein.
Warm water sip-sip karke pijiye, hydration maintain rakhiye.
Doctor advice se simple cough syrup/antiallergic le sakte ho.
Diabetes aur BP ki medicines time pe lete rahiye.
Proper rest aur neend lijiye.
Agar saans bahut phoolne lage, bukhar high ho jaye ya weakness zyada ho, to turant apne doctor se consult karein.
I hope this helps u.😊
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
I think u took ctz and cough syrup, generally it's because of season variation,so covid test is not required.
But as u have heavy breaths better get ur saturation checked and keep monitoring ur diabetes and bp monthly
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Supportive care (until you see doctor):
Steam inhalation 1–2 times/day.
Warm fluids (soup, tea, warm water).
Saline gargles for throat.
Paracetamol for fever or body ache.
Rest and hydration.
Continue your BP and diabetes medicines regularly.
Next Steps
get a COVID test + consult a doctor because of your medical conditions and breathlessness. Supportive measures can help meanwhile.
Health Tips
Go to hospital immediately if:
Breathlessness worsens or you feel chest tightness.
Oxygen <94%.
High fever not improving.
Severe weakness, confusion, or persistent vomiting.
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
You should get a COVID test since you have diabetes, BP, cough for 5 days, and heavy breathing.
Check oxygen level (SpO₂) and temperature.
If SpO₂ <94% or severe breathlessness, go to hospital immediately.
At home: warm fluids, steam inhalation, rest, monitor sugars/BP.
Take paracetamol for fever, cetirizine for cold (sugar-free).
Avoid self-medication with antibiotics/steroids.
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Probably it's viral infection. Because of weather you catch cough and cold.
Kindly do CBC report first.
And take medicine for cough and cold.
And check your sugar level and blood pressure.
Rx
Tab montas L 2 Times for 3-5 days
Cough syrup
If there is sore throat -
Tab Azithromycin 500mg one time for 3 days
Next Steps
kindly Do CBC , blood sugar report
Health Tips
drink warm water, steam with hot water 2 times, salt water gargles 2 times and apply vicks
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
You can consult me directly on Practo, or reach out via WhatsApp:
Eight Seven Six Two Seven Four Nine Nine Seven Four
I’ll guide you step-by-step with easy-to-follow treatment plans.
Early consultation helps avoid complications — feel free to connect.
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Hello. Since you have diabetes and high blood pressure, it is important to be cautious. A cough and cold for 5 days with occasional breathing difficulty should not be ignored.
Next Steps
Yes, getting a COVID test is advisable to rule it out.
Monitor your temperature, oxygen level, and blood sugar regularly.
Take adequate rest, warm fluids, and steam inhalation.
For symptom relief, you may use paracetamol for fever/body ache and saline nasal drops/antihistamines if needed.
Health Tips
Please consult a doctor in person or go to the hospital immediately if you develop high fever, worsening breathlessness, low oxygen, or chest pain.
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
This might be viral fever with flu like symptoms
Take
Tab.Colgin plus 1-0-1 for 5 days
Cough syrup based on if u have dry or productive cough.
Kindly contact if u have breathing difficulty , chest tightness , high grade fever and too much fatigue.
Health Tips
drink hot water , and saline gargle
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
No problem in test.
Till than
Tab azee500 one per day after food for five days. Zerodol sp three times a day after food for five days.
Montek lc one at night for five days.
Alex sugar free syr 5ml twice n 10 ml at night.
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
“Don’t worry — cough and cold are often treatable. But with diabetes and BP, I’d advise a consult to rule out complications and guide further.”
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Hello,
For Medical Diagnosis and Treatment please pay and consult at practo or pay and consult at WhatsApp.
My WhatsApp number is same as my mobile number . My WhatsApp number is +91959508739nine.
Take a glass of milk daily.
Thanks.
Dr☆MPB ,
Dr Praful Mahamuni,
Family Doctor,
MBBS , DM .
Jai hind. 🇮🇳
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Every Cough and cold is not Covid.Yes you have diabetes so you are at the risk of complicated pneumonia,But not necessarily Covid.You should provide detail history like how’s your cough is it productive or nonproductive(is there any sputum or not).Is there any fever,headache,generalised bodyache?Kindly provide detail history and then only go for extensive testing.
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Common cold and cough could require a course of Antibiotics since it is not cured from 5 days and also will require Tab. Levocetrizine.
For the symptom of heavy breath you have mentioned. There will be a lot of causes for it. As you are also having comorbidities kindly visit a physician nearby and get General physicial examination done
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Better to do complete blood pic.
Take tab augmentin 625mg one morning and one evening for 5days.
Tab sinarest one every 8hours for 5 days.
Tab deriphylline retard one morning and one evening for 3 days.
Do steam inhalation and hot saline gargles.
If breathlessness continues, get X ray chest, Ecg and cardiac echo done.
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Take syrup RESWAS 10 ML thrice daily for seven days, if you have dry cough or RESWAS LS 10 ML thrice daily for seven days, if you have wet cough.
RESWAS LS CAN CAUSE Increased HEART BEAT AND TREMORS, IF ANY OF THAT HAPPENS LOWER DOSE TO 5 ML THREE TIMES DAILY.
Next Steps
Start medicines for diabetes and hypertension. Can go for a covid test.
Health Tips
If you have no fever or low grade fever then cause may be virus, NO ANTIBIOTICS REQUIRED, viral fever resolves on its own, if fever is high grade then associated with other symptoms, chances of bacterial infection, then take antibiotics.
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.