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My father in law has tested positive for covid today,he is diabetic, hypertensive and has CKD as well..he has only cough no other symptoms..his spo2 is 96.. we have done HRCt now n waiting for reports..what should be the next step?? Please guide
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He needs pulmonologist care
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consultation with a pulmonologist. I’m available for online consultation
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Hi, he'll need to be started on medications, kindly consult online
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Needed detailed history and investigation reports, do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management
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