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Loss of taste, smell and appetite
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My wife recovered from fever which last two days. Currently no fever since two days but cough /cold still persist along with loss of taste/ smell/appetite. Taken antibiotic Gudcef CV 200 BD for 3 days.
Kindly guide me further course of action/ medicine to add. Any medical investigation required?? Is something to worry
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Usually viral infection will take a week to subside
So nothing to worry about
If still they have cough ….have tab Montek lc for 3 days in night and zedex cough syrup morning and night
Salt water goggling and better have warm water to prevent irritation
Still any queries do contact me for consultation with all tablets
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Cough and cold following an viral infection, usually lasts for a few more days to weeks.She can take symptomatic treatment, antihistamine and cough syrup.
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Take balanced diet.
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Consult online
Need proper history and evaluation for further treatment
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Take multivitamin supplements.
Neurobion forte once a day for 10 days.
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Mostly viral infection .
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Hello , Kindly consider having a Tele-Consultation with me on PRACTO App since adequate patient history is required for proper treatment and further follow up . Thank You
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Mostly it has to b viral infection
It will get resolved on own
Have plenty of warm fluids and steam inhalation
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Hi,
Cough, cold & loss of taste, smell & appetite is seems to be due to Virat infection. It can take fews days to recover.
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If cough is productive, she may require expectorant. For symptomatic relief from cold she can take Levo Ceterizine 5 mg twice daily if nose is only running, but if congestion is present, you can give her T. Sinarest thrice daily. If sputum is thick, you give her course of antibiotic on the basis of CS in consultation with your family Physician.
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Ask her to take steam inhalation twice a day.
I wish her quick recovery.
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Gudcef continue next 2 days
Taste and smell will come after some times nearly 7-10 days
For cold take sinarest
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May be COVID, all will take time. No treatment to cut short.
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Avoid cold and sour food.
Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits
Fiber meal
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Its all because of fever nothing to worry continue the medicine for 2 more days to complete the course
Take an appetizer
Syp appetite 2 tsf before meal for 10 days
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Dr. Nimmi Mulwani
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Avoid oily spicy and junk food
Plenty of fluids orally is advised
Steam inhalation with karvol plus capsule is advised
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Dr. Thresia Pereira
General Physician
37 yrs exp
Mumbai
Take gudcef for 5 days
Taste and smell will come back within 10 days
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Dr. Shruti Goswami
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Pune
I think complete 5 days course for the same
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Dr. Saurabh Tiwari
Neuropsychiatrist
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Connect
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
No worries
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
need more information
kindly consult
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as -
-Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
• keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life .
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Most probably due to viral infection
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Nikhil Aggarwal
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Delhi
Opinion:
It’s reassuring that your wife’s fever has resolved, but the persistence of symptoms such as cough, cold, and loss of taste/smell/appetite suggests a viral infection, possibly a post-viral phase. Loss of taste and smell is common in respiratory infections, including COVID-19, influenza, or other upper respiratory infections. The antibiotics (Gudcef CV) are unlikely to address viral causes but might have been given to cover secondary bacterial infections.
While these symptoms are usually self-limiting and improve gradually, the loss of taste/smell and lingering respiratory symptoms warrant attention, especially if they persist or worsen.
Next Steps:
1. Symptomatic Management:
• For the cough and cold: Continue steam inhalation 2–3 times daily and use saline nasal sprays to clear nasal congestion.
• Over-the-counter antihistamines (like levocetirizine) or decongestants (as recommended by your doctor) may help reduce congestion and ease symptoms.
2. Nutrition and Hydration:
• Encourage small, frequent meals and plenty of fluids to restore energy and hydration.
• Vitamin C and zinc supplements may help boost recovery and immune function.
3. Monitor Symptoms:
• Loss of taste/smell may take time to recover but usually improves within a few weeks. If symptoms persist beyond 2–4 weeks, consult an ENT specialist.
4. Investigations:
• If symptoms do not improve in the next few days or worsen (e.g., persistent cough, fatigue, or breathing difficulty), consider the following:
• A COVID-19 test if not already ruled out.
• Complete blood count (CBC) to check for ongoing infection or inflammation.
• Chest X-ray if there are concerns about respiratory complications.
5. Consultation:
• If the cough worsens, becomes productive with yellow or green sputum, or if breathing difficulty develops, consult a physician promptly to evaluate for possible secondary bacterial infection or post-viral bronchitis.
This doesn’t seem to be an immediate cause for concern, but close monitoring and supportive care are essential. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult with me or a nearby physician for further evaluation.
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Jhansi
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