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HomeHealth QueryPulmonology/ Respiratory MedicineI've been hearing mixed things about steaming and ...
  • female
  • 30 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I've been hearing mixed things about steaming and its effectiveness for people affected by corona. Some sources like blogs and newspapers say it doesn't help at all, while debates on news channels and YouTube videos also suggest it's not beneficial. I'm really confused and concerned. Could you shed some light on whether steaming is actually useful for someone dealing with corona?

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Dr. Dr Chandra P

Dr Chandra P

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  • MBBS
  • 5+ Yrs
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taking steam is quite helpful

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