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Shall I go for Covid test?
I have mild cough as of now but no fever or sore throat. Should I go for a covid test or when do you think I should go for a covid test??
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No wait for few days take medicines steam inhalation saline gurgles vit c and zink. If any fever or dry cough then consult
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Cough alone doesn't warrants u to undergo Covid test ..if there is temperature and breathlessness ..loss of appetite ..then u should undergo testing. I can do one CBC and Chest X ray to relieve your worries. and consult with reports..
Next Steps
Drinks Luke warm water.
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Avoid eating cold things during night. Consult if symptoms progress.
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Hello
As you have only cough then there is no need to go for COVID test,
if you will have temperature, sore throat or short breathing issue then you can call to COVID help line number..
Regards,
Dr. Nikul Patel
lifecareayurveda
Ayurveda Consultant
Ayurveda online and Offline consultant
Ahmedabad, India
whatsapp/Telegram - +91 98250 40844
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Nasal irritation and throat ache with fever if associated then go for covid test.
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If you had an suspected exposure then take the test.
Or else try to remain isolated.
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No need,dry cough with High fever and respiratory problems is matter of concern
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No need at all
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Hi
You need to go to hospital when you feel sick/ ill and you need medical treatment or supervision
Minor illness that can be treated at home can be managed at home
Follow social distancing, hand hygiene, Respiratory hygiene
That should suffice
If you are negative stay at home for your safety
And if at all you are positive stay at home for community’s safety
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If your are sure u have exposed covid prone environment may contact nearest covid care center.
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Dr. Alok Tripathi
Homoeopath
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
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Dr. Dharmendra Singh
General Physician
17 yrs exp
Indore
Tab levocet m hs for 3 days
Next Steps
Review if symptoms persist.No need to go for covid test
Health Tips
Drink plenty of water ,Steam inhalation
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Dr. Karuna Chawla
Homoeopath
25 yrs exp
Noida
Are u indoors. Did u come in contact with any suspected case of covid 19. If no then there is no need.
1. Do saline gargles daily.
2. Whenever possible do steam inhalation also.
3. Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in and out of AC. As our nose is the most sensitive part of our body, When there is temperature difference between two rooms or inside n outside, then if we not protect our nose, it gets affected.
4. Drink Hot Liquids --Hot liquids relieve nasal congestion, prevent dehydration, and soothe the uncomfortably inflamed membranes that line your nose and throat.
Homeopathic treatment has very encouraging results and gives relief in long term
Consult online with details
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Dr. Lalit Verma
Homoeopath
42 yrs exp
Delhi
Do gargles with warm saline water, and inhale steam. If you do not have history of meeting any case (suspected or confirmed) of Corona novel, and/or you have not returned from abroad in last 20 days then you may not require any test for Corona in view of picture given.
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Dr. Ashok P
General Medicine
7 yrs exp
Salem
No
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Take hot water and salt water gargling
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