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Dry cough from Yesterday
Hi , I am having moderate dry cough with throat itching from yesterday, no other symptoms, do I need to go for COVID test?
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It is worthwhile doing RTPCR and CBC.
The incidence of Covid 19 is quite high. No point in taking a chance.
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Syr ambrolite-s (3ml-3ml-3ml)7days after
Food.
Tab derriphilline(1-1-1)5days after food.
Tab wysolone5mg(1-1-1)5days after food.
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if problem persists consult me online and if u found this helpful plz cast ur vote, take care :)
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avoid oily,spicy,cold food.
observe for 2 days if no better go for
rtpcr test to be on safer side.
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Kindly discuss for your concern
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rtpcr for covid is advisable if there is possibility of contact
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consultation is advisable for detailed discussion and medication
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Yes do an RT-PCR And kindly give detailed history of ur illness in the chat for detailed evaluation and treatment
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Rtpcr test asap.
consult after report comes.
meanwhile fo warm saline water gargles.
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consult me if needed
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RT PCR COVID 19 , online consultation with me
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While your symptoms need not necessarily be related to COVID 19, considering the current scenario you may get yourself tested just to be sure. Take over the counter medications for symptoms and consult with report for detailed discussion and treatment.
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Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Dr. Priyanka Reddy
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Nellore
You can
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Dr. Vijay Mohan Gummala
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18 yrs exp
Bangalore
You can get the test done if possible
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Dr. Shaista Fatma
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2 yrs exp
Lucknow
Consultation needed.
Consult personally on Practo app or 8318469_886
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