Covid19? Course of action?

2021-04-26 16:25:12
I'm contacting you regarding my father who is currently showing some symptoms. Note: He is a diabetic and hypertension patient and is currently on Insulin Injections. Present condition: 1. Fever intermittent from 99 to 100.6 2. Fatigueness view fever 3. Slight sore throat 4. Full body dryness 5. Breathlessness Present Medication: 1. Tab Azithromycin 500mg OD 2. Tab Vit C 500 mg BD 3. Tab Zinc -OD 4. Tab Multivitamin 5. PCM -SOS In addition taking steam thrice a day and gargling with salt and turmeric twice a day. Please suggest following course of action!
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Hello First done with test CORONA AND BLOOD TEST like CBC CRP AND D DIMER AND FERRITIN
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Consult for further advice

Answered2021-04-26 16:58:22

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Age of your father ? Get RTPCR done ASAP
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consult for further attention to his complaints
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Breathless in diabetic patient in this pandemic,  HRCT can give a clear picture of the scenario

Answered2021-04-26 16:49:16

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Answered2021-04-26 16:33:10

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First get the rtpcr done Monitor his oxygen saturation level regularly Give him protein rich diet Continue his medication Contact for help with reports, and in case of emergency

Answered2021-04-26 17:58:36

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Get COVID YEST DONE
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Consult for the further management plan

Answered2021-04-26 16:41:59

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