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2021-05-28 17:20:01
Tested positive on 20th May. No diabetic anything.. Only taking thyroid tablet 50mg. Isolated aat home Only. Doctor prescribed steroid tablets. Whysolone 10mg for 3days morning and night, methylprednisolone 8mg for 5days morning and night. Is this a high dose of steroid? Plz reply. Fearing of fungus
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Kindly get CRP D-Dimer HRCT(if coughs or Shortness) of breath done before starting such high dose of steroids. It can also be managed without steroid if it is a mild infection
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Do as your doctor says. I hope the dose has been tapered down. Keep a check on the signs of mucormycosis, maintain hygiene,   no need to worry.

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Get your doctor's consultation as to the need of steroids Mild cases may do without steroids however your own doctor will know the best So trust him

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Hi Please don't take steroids if you have mild symptoms Thankyou

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