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Post covid cough
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I was covid positive one month ago.. did repeat rtpcr a week back it was negative... I had mild covid symptoms... perfectly fit and fine... its just that cough still persist... how to get rid of that.. I do take steam twice daily..
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Take steam
Gargle daily
Cough syrup to be taken
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Post covid infection, cough persists for some time, usually it will go away
by its own, but if very much bothering , u can take inhalers and medication
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Consult a physician if dry cough then anti tussives can help.Can consult me too.
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Dr. Manjula
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6 yrs exp
Chennai
Continue Steam inhalation, do salt water gargling also twice daily and avoid cold and sour foods. If cough persists consult a physician
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