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Covid antigen test positive
I have cold so I purchased covid antigen home test kit and it says I am covid positive. Do I need to get rt pcr done to be sure ? What medication should I take as I don't have any symptom except cold.
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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.
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Medication under prescription is advisable
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Follow covid protocol
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Consult for proper medications
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Take rest... plenty of water
Plenty of fruits
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No need to RT PCR
Just quarantine yourself
Take rest
If fever take tab dolo 650 sos
Check spo2 regularly
If more problems or spo2 down u can contact me on practo
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No need for RT PCR test as you are confirmed positive. For medication you can get a consultation with me.
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Consult for medication.
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No need for rtpcr again .
Start taking COVID medications and proper treatment.
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for further details and management kindly consult directly on practo to me .
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