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Sore Throat

2020-08-27 07:51:58
I am having sore throat from last 3 days. No other symptoms. This started the day I cleaned my house. Do I need to go for Covid Test? Please suggest.
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It seems a dust allergy resulting in pharyngitis. You can start medication for it.  Probably  Covid test will not be required if u do not have fever or breathlessness.

Answered2020-08-27 09:36:33

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