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Oxygen necessity

2021-05-13 06:17:00
Dear Doctor, What steps or precautions to be taken when we contract COVid , so that we do not progress to oxygen dependant stage or require hospitalization ?? Please elaborate.
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Every virus has a natural course of progression in the illness ... Depends on the immunity of ur body whether u will get a mild , moderate or severe symptoms ... Just keep monitoring saturation and be in touch with a doctor .. plz don't self medicate ... And don't use steroids unless a doctor advises u
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steam inhalation, eat healthy, drink lots of water

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If symptoms develop then consult with doctor Keep all necessary precautions

Answered2021-05-13 06:22:51

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Regularly monitor  spo2 level . Do pranayam , steam inhalation breathing exercises.  Follow covid treatment protocol.
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Steam inhalation

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Physicians are prescribing a cocktail of medicines including Doxycycline, Ivermectin and vitamins.
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Please consult a physician to start COVID medical treatment.

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