Question 1

My uncle was diagnosed with covid 2 months back. He was admitted and given steriods. He was diagnosed with viral pneumonia. He was administrated with remedesivir and faviflu as well. He was released after 20 days. Soon after his discharge, he started having persistent fever of about 99-100, o2 saturation of about 89 and CRP of about 8. His reports are clean. CT shows GGO formation. On movement the o2 even falls upto 73. Please suggest.

Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Last updated on 27 Dec 2024

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Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 2

Can oxygen cylinder that is available onl9 be kept as advance precaution against covid till the time of hospital admission? Will it be helpful to keep oxygen saturation level as required in critical conditions till hospitalization of the patient?

Accepted Answer

Yes,oxygen cylinder is helpful.Whenever saturation drops below 92.. oxygen is advised 3-5 litersmin to the patient sos.

Question 3

Having stomach ache and chest pain in right side also having cold and problem in standing also suffering from cold

Accepted Answer

Ecg and cardiac markers are advised to the patient. Also tablet levocetrizine 10 mg at bedtime,orally for 5 days is advised . Steam inhalation and saline gargles is also advised to the patient.

Question 4

I have lower left rib cage pain (front side) since two months and slightly my left rib cage is upper than right .
and i am positive with hepatitis B and treatment is going.
Will u please suggest me to what specialist i have consult.

Accepted Answer

Given your symptoms of rib cage pain and a hepatitis B diagnosis, it's best to consult a hepatologist to monitor your liver health and address any concerns related to hepatitis. Additionally, you may want to see a gastroenterologist if the pain is related to digestive issues.

Question 5

Is it okay if we use Duolin and Budecort nebulization for more days than prescribed? Also, should the nebulizer be used by breathing through the nose or mouth?

Accepted Answer

Taking Duolin and Budecort nebulization for more days than prescribed can lead to overuse, causing paradoxical bronchospasm, tremors, palpitations, and other systemic side effects; it's essential to adhere to the prescribed duration and consult your doctor if symptoms persist, and breathe in the nebulized medication through your mouth, with your lips sealed tightly around the mouthpiece.

Question 6

Hello Doctor,
My husband had covid and he recovered from cobid on 14th April and later he did some blood test and chest city scan on 14th april and it was showing minimal lung fibrosis. And then he had taken steorid oral tablets for 5 days and symbic...

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Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

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