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Loss of Smell
Its been 3-4 days now i am having mild cough and since yesterday i have lost my sense of smell
What is to be done?
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Do RT-PCR
And isolate yourself
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It's mostly covid 19 infection
Undergo RT PCR for covid 19 infection.
Take proper consultation.
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Don't follow mass prescriptions as treatment varies with individual.
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Isolate yourself and start basic care
Steam inhalation
Start prophylaxis treatment
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RTPCR
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if Rtpcr is + CV Consult a doctor
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RT PCR COVID 19 test.
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Get yourself tested
RT Pcr
Isolate yourself
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consult physician
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Dr. Aman Qureshi
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Nagpur
Go for a RTPCR & CT scan.
Isolate yourself.
Wear mask compulsory for safety of your family.
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Visit nearby Covid centre for medications.
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Dr. Viji Balakrishnan
General Physician
15 yrs exp
Mumbai
Isolate yourself, drink plenty of warm liquids, steam inhalation 3 times daily, salt water gargling , avoid oily and spicy food, avoid cold food and drinks, fluid intake should be more than 4 litres,high protein diet,avoid stress and tensions, sleep minimum of 8 hours at night, monitor temperature and oxygen levels every 6 hours.
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Dr. Ayush Jain
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Indore
RAT/ RT pcr for covid
Monitor oxygen saturation and temperature
Drink plenty of fluids
Do breathing exercise
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Consult me online for further information
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