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Cold and running nose
Hi, i suddenly got runny and itchy nose and severe throat pain. My temperature is 99.5. Do i need to worry?
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Dont get panic
Next Steps
consult online for proper evaluation and management
covid test to be done ( RTPCR )
Health Tips
steam inhalation
warm saline gargle
avoid cold items
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Todays time,it can be a corona infection so its better to get your RT PCR done along with HRCT Chest
Next Steps
If it comes positive or CT Scsn shows features of pneumonia, you should immedietly contact the nearest flu clinic for further consultation.
If it comes negative,then a simple paracetamol tablets for fever can be taken.Antiallergic tablets levocetrizine to be taken at night for 5 days and betadine gargles twice daily to sooth the sore throat
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