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having type 1 diabetes, doesn’t mean you have low immunity does it? so what is it about it, that makes us more at risk with the virus? | [
"patient: having type 1 diabetes, doesn’t mean you have low immunity does it? so what is it about it, that makes us more at risk with the virus?",
"doctor: in brief: diabetes type 1 diabetes may be an autoimmune disorder, but if well controlled one's immunity and ability to handle infections should be ok. poorly ... |
are amoxicillin and azithromycin the right medication for pneumonia? | [
"patient: thank you. my doctor told me after taking an ex-ray that i have pneumonia on my left side. i am coughing and running fever of 100 to 102 and jumping taking antibiotics amoxicillin-clav 875-125mg twice a day and azithromycin 250mg once per day also one tylenol extra strength to bring fever down unfortunate... |
is persistent coughing sign of pneumonia? | [
"patient: i had a fever from friday to yesterday (sunday), along with a cough. the temperature is now gone, but my cough is still here. i have been clearing my throat for a couple of weeks, but the coughing part started i believe on saturday. today, the cough is breaking, and other then the cough i feel 100% fine. ... |
should one also cover eyes in addition to covering mouth and nose with mask to avoid exposure to corona virus? lots of people only use masks but that may not provide full protection, right? | [
"patient: should one also cover eyes in addition to covering mouth and nose with mask to avoid exposure to corona virus? lots of people only use masks but that may not provide full protection, right?",
"doctor: correct. every bit helps."
] |
i have heart valve disease (leaky heart due to rheumatic fever as a child). never had any symptoms or complications, however, am i at high risk for death due to coronavirus and what can i take before or during early symptoms of the virus? | [
"patient: i have heart valve disease (leaky heart due to rheumatic fever as a child). never had any symptoms or complications, however, am i at high risk for death due to coronavirus and what can i take before or during early symptoms of the virus?",
"doctor: rhd. if your rheumatic heart disease hasn't caused wea... |
i have been in frequent close contact with tourists (including people from the usa and germany), doing gin tastings. i have a cough for the past two weeks, should i get tested for covid19 as a safety precaution? | [
"patient: i have been in frequent close contact with tourists (including people from the usa and germany), doing gin tastings. i have a cough for the past two weeks, should i get tested for covid19 as a safety precaution?",
"doctor: avoid contact. stay at home for at least 7 days from the onset or symptoms, or fo... |
i need to check if i have covid-19? | [
"patient: i need to check if i have covid-19?",
"doctor: in brief: call a doctor most places require a doctor to order this, but check into your local healthcare services to see if there is way for you to be tested without that, good luck. there are criteria in most places to qualify for testing, so look into tha... |
i have these symptoms and wondering if i should do a covid test diarrhea nausea weakness /fatigue shortness of breath joint n muscle pains pressure in the chest dizziness sweating / and chills i don't have fever but breathing is concerning me most? | [
"patient: i have these symptoms and wondering if i should do a covid test diarrhea nausea weakness /fatigue shortness of breath joint n muscle pains pressure in the chest dizziness sweating / and chills i don't have fever but breathing is concerning me most?",
"doctor: test if you can. if you have access test, or... |
i have been exposed to someone with corona in the last week and a half on a daily basis. what steps do i need to take going forward? should i get tested immediately? | [
"patient: i have been exposed to someone with corona in the last week and a half on a daily basis. what steps do i need to take going forward? should i get tested immediately?",
"doctor: in brief: yes my opinion is yes, but the criteria for testing is quite stringent right now. perhaps telephonically consult your... |
was in cape town 2020/03/12 - 2020/03/15 close proximity to sevral overseas tourists 2020/03/20 throat sore and voice gone back (upper middle area) and shoulders hurt shivering, dry cough, headache and lethargic should i go for covid19 testing? | [
"patient: was in cape town 2020/03/12 - 2020/03/15 close proximity to sevral overseas tourists 2020/03/20 throat sore and voice gone back (upper middle area) and shoulders hurt shivering, dry cough, headache and lethargic should i go for covid19 testing?",
"doctor: in brief: yes yes would you like to video or tex... |
if allegra use is associated with increased risk of viral infections, isn't it dangerous to take it during the coronavirus pandemic? | [
"patient: if allegra use is associated with increased risk of viral infections, isn't it dangerous to take it during the coronavirus pandemic?",
"doctor: in brief: being cautious best. any medication that can increase the potential of viral infections should be avoided during a coronavirus outbreak such as we are... |
can i catch corona from food that i eat? should i be making sure to cook all my food thoroughly first? | [
"patient: can i catch corona from food that i eat? should i be making sure to cook all my food thoroughly first?",
"doctor: food. this link will help! https://www.fsai.ie/faq/coronavirus.htmlin general food is not a problem. unless you are dining on bats in wuhan! here is a good article on that.https://www.nytime... |
i have a sore throat and feel very tired. should i be concerned about covid-19? | [
"patient: i have a sore throat and feel very tired. should i be concerned about covid-19?",
"doctor: in brief: hard to say very hard to say. stay home. stay safe. get someone to buy you symptomatic medication and feel free to post on here again. would you like to video or text chat with me?"
] |
can vaccines for coronavirus in domestic pets be modified for humans as a way to have a vaccine for covid-19? | [
"patient: can vaccines for coronavirus in domestic pets be modified for humans as a way to have a vaccine for covid-19?",
"doctor: in brief: no i really don't think so but its a very different virus as is the old corona we know - 5 varieties of the common cold are from coronaviruses would you like to video or tex... |
what is the treatment for tuberculosis and pneumonia? | [
"patient: hi doctor,pls help me as my 67 year old mother is critical due to tuberclosis and pneumonia .her right lung is almost destroyed due to tb..this is a 3rd attack of the disease in last 14yrs.she is having difficulty breathing without oxygen and her oxygen levels are pretty low without support..they dropped ... |
how long does it take for pneumonia to be cured? | [
"patient: i was given amoxycillin for a chest infection and did not improve after 48 hours, therefore i went back to the gp who then gave me clarythmomycin as it resulted in pneumonia. i have been off work for 3 weeks now and feel completely washed out and exhausted. i had a chest x-ray which was clear, but was giv... |
this may sound silly but i’m wondering, if touch something in store that has coronavirus 19 on it and it gets on clothes should we go home wash them soon as possible then shower and new clothes on so it dont get on our stuff at home ? | [
"patient: this may sound silly but i’m wondering, if touch something in store that has coronavirus 19 on it and it gets on clothes should we go home wash them soon as possible then shower and new clothes on so it dont get on our stuff at home ?",
"doctor: in brief: washing clothes. although so far it has not been... |
i have covid 19 symptoms? | [
"patient: i have covid 19 symptoms?",
"doctor: in brief: can talk with doctor doctors can give you the up-to-date information. video consultations available (start over and click on talk-to-doctor). we have informational posts on our healthtap.com/blog. as the us president has given mistaken information at variou... |
can i get a covid 19 test? | [
"patient: can i get a covid 19 test?",
"doctor: per rsa nicd: seek care right away if difficulty breathing, other severe symptoms.seek testing if sick, plus known covid-19 contact, or travel to high risk country, or been in facility treating people with covid-19, or severe pneumonia of unknown cause.call 0800 029... |
hi there, i came into contact with somebody on tuesday last week that was later that week tested positive for covid-19. i found this out on friday and straight away went into self quarantine. i am not showing symptoms as yet.? | [
"patient: hi there, i came into contact with somebody on tuesday last week that was later that week tested positive for covid-19. i found this out on friday and straight away went into self quarantine. i am not showing symptoms as yet.?",
"doctor: welldone. stay there if you feel it will help you can get a test b... |
i was confirmed to have covid-19, i self-isolated for 14 days. my concern is with my 1 year 6 months son nabi who has been caughing. ? | [
"patient: i was confirmed to have covid-19, i self-isolated for 14 days. my concern is with my 1 year 6 months son nabi who has been caughing. ?",
"doctor: in brief: keep isolated the baby very likely has the infection. however, the data are very reassuring on children less than 10 year old. i am certain there ha... |
should i shave my beard to reduce my chances of contracting coronavirus / covid-19? | [
"patient: should i shave my beard to reduce my chances of contracting coronavirus / covid-19?",
"doctor: in brief: yes this virus clings to everything especially hairs. either wash your beard a few times a day and spray with alcohol or shave off. would you like to video or text chat with me?"
] |
i am very fearful of the corona virus, if i have a dry cough and headache should i stay indoors and away from others? | [
"patient: i am very fearful of the corona virus, if i have a dry cough and headache should i stay indoors and away from others?",
"doctor: in brief: self quarantine. isolate yourself and contact to your doctor by phone or via internet. you may have flu more than corona virus. because headache is not a common symp... |
i am a 20/f. went to the dentist & had a root canal. i also had a abscess was put on purmycin & adco-metrondaz. they made me nauseous. today was the last day of the medications and i didn't take it as i havea fever of 38.3. is it the medication? | [
"patient: i am a 20/f. went to the dentist & had a root canal. i also had a abscess was put on purmycin & adco-metrondaz. they made me nauseous. today was the last day of the medications and i didn't take it as i havea fever of 38.3. is it the medication?",
"doctor: in brief: fever antibiotics are supposed to pre... |
suggest remedies for severe cough due to pneumonia | [
"patient: hi .. i have been diagnosed with pnemonia and have not slept in 4 days because of the coughing .. i'm hurting everywhere, going sligtly insane and cannot get to sleep no matter how much i try .. as soon as i breath in, it hurts and a cough .. any suggestions ?",
"doctor: hiafter spme days of the proper ... |
hi, i recently stopped smoking and have inflamed sinuses and since there is a corvid19 pendemic i am worried that these sinuses and runny nose could be linked to coronavirua? | [
"patient: hi, i recently stopped smoking and have inflamed sinuses and since there is a corvid19 pendemic i am worried that these sinuses and runny nose could be linked to coronavirua?",
"doctor: in brief: don't worry your symptoms are unlikely related to corvid 19, and rather to change of season and smoking cess... |
can paracetamol, frisium and mucolite be taken while having symptoms of pneumonia? | [
"patient: my son is 3.3 yrs old , he is allergic to dust and weather conditions , in the recent x ray report it has been detected that he is having a little congestion in heart which is a symptom of pneumonia and his wbc count is 39000 ( normal range is 4k-11k) doctors have suggested to give ibugesic paracetamol 7.... |
criteria for covid test? | [
"patient: criteria for covid test?",
"doctor: real vs. textbook. real-life criteria is different because we don't have enough tests, supplies, or medical staff around the world at this time (march 2020). textbook criteria are suspected covid in hospitalized persons or in those with underlying medical conditions; ... |
i heard ace inhibitors might exacerbate coronavirus. i also heard nsaids might do the same. does this mean any common meds could have an unexpected effect during coronavirus? | [
"patient: i heard ace inhibitors might exacerbate coronavirus. i also heard nsaids might do the same. does this mean any common meds could have an unexpected effect during coronavirus?",
"doctor: in brief: coronavirus and acei. recent publications including the one from the lancet showed covid-19 binds to ace-2 r... |
what symptoms would make you think i do not have covid-19. i have a bad cold, but got diarrhea twice, so does diarrhea mean it is not covid? | [
"patient: what symptoms would make you think i do not have covid-19. i have a bad cold, but got diarrhea twice, so does diarrhea mean it is not covid?",
"doctor: in brief: no diarrhea does not rule out covid. if you have traveled to endemic areas or met with people that traveled there, you should test if possible... |
at what temperature range (external temperature) will the covid-19 virus be destroyed? this in relation to (restaurants) cooking food and safety. what does covid stand for? | [
"patient: at what temperature range (external temperature) will the covid-19 virus be destroyed? this in relation to (restaurants) cooking food and safety. what does covid stand for?",
"doctor: in brief: high temperature covid stands for 'corona virus diesase'. we know that high temperature kills most pathogens e... |
is coughing and chest heaviness related to bronchitis or pneumonia? | [
"patient: i have been sick with a sinus infection and tonsillitis over the last week and a half. i am on antibiotics for these. now i feel it in my chest. i am coughing non stop. my throat doesnt hurt much just from the coughing. my chest feels heavy and i have some issues with breathing. could this be bronchitis o... |
can coronavirus symptoms be mild for some people versus severe? for example, could it just involve being very fatigued, low grade fever for a few days and not the extreme symptoms? or is it always a full blown cold and struggle to breathe? | [
"patient: can coronavirus symptoms be mild for some people versus severe? for example, could it just involve being very fatigued, low grade fever for a few days and not the extreme symptoms? or is it always a full blown cold and struggle to breathe?",
"doctor: in brief: symptoms vary. some may have no symptoms at... |
body aching all of a sudden, head heavy and paining, sneezing, somewhat fever since yesterday. | [
"patient: body aching all of a sudden, head heavy and paining, sneezing, somewhat fever since yesterday.",
"doctor: virus. symptoms could be either influenza or the covid 19 virus. call your local doctor to discuss these new changes in your health to determine what testing will,be needed, and steps you should tak... |
can i go for coronavirus testing if my nose is blocked and i have traveled from a high risk country? | [
"patient: can i go for coronavirus testing if my nose is blocked and i have traveled from a high risk country?",
"doctor: coronavirus testing. yes, get tested if symptomatic (early symptoms could be mild respiratory symptoms and nonspecific) or self quarantine given your high risk of exposure. ."
] |
i came into close contact with someone who just flown back from australia, i have been in self isolation since he landed, am i'm not showing any symptoms (dry cough, fever, sore throat) what is the next protocol? do i go into work? | [
"patient: i came into close contact with someone who just flown back from australia, i have been in self isolation since he landed, am i'm not showing any symptoms (dry cough, fever, sore throat) what is the next protocol? do i go into work?",
"doctor: no. don't go to work you could unknowinly spread the virus. w... |
should i shave my beard to reduce my chances of contracting coronavirus / covid-19? | [
"patient: should i shave my beard to reduce my chances of contracting coronavirus / covid-19?",
"doctor: in brief: yes this virus clings to everything especially hairs. either wash your beard a few times a day and spray with alcohol or shave off."
] |
does a person get all the covid 19 symptoms all at once eg temperature, cold , tiredness , or we can get any of them eg cold but no temperature? | [
"patient: does a person get all the covid 19 symptoms all at once eg temperature, cold , tiredness , or we can get any of them eg cold but no temperature?",
"doctor: in brief: many possibilities seek care right away if difficulty breathing, other severe symptoms. seek testing if sick, plus known covid-19 contact,... |
need medication for stomach pain caused due to pneumonia | [
"patient: my 3 year old son is complaint of stomach pain he also has fever and 1 week before he was diagnosed with pneumonia.he was on amoxicillin.he just finished his antibiotics yesterday and this morning he has fever stomach pain increased heart rate what is causing it",
"doctor: hello and welcome to ‘ask a do... |
suggest treatment for pneumonia | [
"patient: hello, i am a student and dealing with a microbiology assignment.i am given a paitent sample.my paitent is 4 years old -diagnosis pneumonia - summary of peresent illness =recurrant colds, ear infections,and bronchitis.she has been sick for past 3 weeks. developed a fever yesterday.also nausia and vomiting... |
i work in an open office. experiencing daily coughing and run a bit of a fever. sneezing frequently. should i get tested for covid 9? situated in jhb | [
"patient: i work in an open office. experiencing daily coughing and run a bit of a fever. sneezing frequently. should i get tested for covid 9? situated in jhb",
"doctor: maybe. do video w/"
] |
how can pneumonia be managed while suffering from copd? | [
"patient: my sister, age 72, and living alone drove herself to an emergency room at 4:00 a.m. with temperature of 101+, chills and a little dizziness. they diagnosed her with pneumonia. she has copd and uses inhalers and oral meds. i am concerned because she just told me she is extremely tired and has been under a ... |
what causes pneumonia? | [
"patient: my daughter was thought to have pneomonia back in sept. after several courses of antibiotics and ct scans they found a spot on both lungs that was growing and the pet scan showed a spot on the brain. lung biopsy was inconclusive. dr.s beginning thought before biopsy was bacterial infection. is it likely s... |
suggest treatment for pneumonia | [
"patient: went to the doctor 3 weeks ago for possible exercise induced asthma due to chest pain. they have me a daily steriod inhaler and albuterol rescue inhaler. the did an xray as well and a few days later i found out i had pneumonia. i did a zpack for 5 days and now levaquin 500mg twice daily on day 7 or 10. ju... |
what is a right central pneumonia? | [
"patient: what is a right central pneumonia? my diagnostic x-ray report states there are hazy densities in the right perihilar and paracardiac areas; trachea is midline; cardiac sillhouette is not enlarged; hemidiaphragms, costophrenic, sulci and bony thoracic cage are unremarkable. i don t understand it.",
"doct... |
should myself and my wife be sleeping apart at the moment due to the virus, as she is a nurse in a surgery, and i have type 1 diabetes? | [
"patient: should myself and my wife be sleeping apart at the moment due to the virus, as she is a nurse in a surgery, and i have type 1 diabetes?",
"doctor: in brief: appears as though this was asked before? she should disrobe immediately upon entering the home, place clothes in laundry and then shower. you need ... |
should i be tested for covid-19? i have a cough and phlegm on my chest as well as headaches. i always get colds and flu that affect my chest | [
"patient: should i be tested for covid-19? i have a cough and phlegm on my chest as well as headaches. i always get colds and flu that affect my chest",
"doctor: in brief: it depends. it depends of your country and the state of coronavirus, in some places you need to have traveled recently to another country to g... |
what is the best way to quarantine my 22yr old son who travelled by plane recently, has no current symptoms, when in same household as myself and teenaged son? | [
"patient: what is the best way to quarantine my 22yr old son who travelled by plane recently, has no current symptoms, when in same household as myself and teenaged son?",
"doctor: read our blog post. household members should stay in another room or be separated from the quarantined as much as possible. they shou... |
i'm finding difficult to maintain precisely 6 ft in grocery stores. today, as i was leaving, someone entering the store that was (possibly) 3 ft away was coughing lightly and i took a shower when i got home. i'm a hypochondriac. possible covid-19? | [
"patient: i'm finding difficult to maintain precisely 6 ft in grocery stores. today, as i was leaving, someone entering the store that was (possibly) 3 ft away was coughing lightly and i took a shower when i got home. i'm a hypochondriac. possible covid-19?",
"doctor: in brief: it is possible. you can self quaran... |
i’m so scared that i will die if i get the coronavirus, due to type1 diabetes? | [
"patient: i’m so scared that i will die if i get the coronavirus, due to type1 diabetes?",
"doctor: coronavirus. stay calm. most people with coronavirus infection only get mild respiratory symptoms, especially among younger patients. diabetes and use of acei or arb may increase your risk of infection. practicing ... |
hi, i arrived from the netherlands on monday morning. no symptoms but have been around my helper. should we get tested? | [
"patient: hi, i arrived from the netherlands on monday morning. no symptoms but have been around my helper. should we get tested?",
"doctor: coronavirus pui crit. self-quarantine and monitor yourself for 14 days from return date.if symptoms develop, please contact the nicd for screening to see if you have to get ... |
fake news running around? does advil/ibuprofen kickstart the covid-19 into pneumonia? | [
"patient: fake news running around? does advil/ibuprofen kickstart the covid-19 into pneumonia?",
"doctor: in brief: it could there is not enough scientific info to confirm it. most of the online new was based on french report.it could be combination of speculations because virus enters lung through ace2 receptor... |
can wheezing and some difficulty breathing be symptoms of corona virus? i don’t feel anything else so far and i’ve only felt it a few hours | [
"patient: can wheezing and some difficulty breathing be symptoms of corona virus? i don’t feel anything else so far and i’ve only felt it a few hours",
"doctor: in brief: yes: not wheezing but difficulty of breathing is a symptom of the corona virus infection but it is not the common one. it can be seen sometimes... |
i have been feeling sick for a couple of days now and tried self medication but does not seem to help. i suffer from polycystic kidney disease, low blood pressure, anemic, endometriosis, chronic sinus. | [
"patient: i have been feeling sick for a couple of days now and tried self medication but does not seem to help. i suffer from polycystic kidney disease, low blood pressure, anemic, endometriosis, chronic sinus.",
"doctor: screen sputum. you may have a bacterial illness such as bronchitis, pneumonia or a sinus in... |
prescribed levaquin, azrithomycin and amox for strep pneumonia but having nausea and headaches | [
"patient: my husband (age 63 and in great health) was diagnosed with strep pneumonia and spent 3 days in the hospital, he was released with antibiotic levaquin, after 5 days i had to bring him back to the er because he spiked a fever of 101. they discovered that the original pneumonia of the right upper lung was al... |
hi. what medication can i take for sinus and headaches during this time of the virus? thank you. | [
"patient: hi. what medication can i take for sinus and headaches during this time of the virus? thank you.",
"doctor: in brief: same as usual during this covid-19 pandemic, the other infections like colds, flus, and sinus infections can still happen. the over-the-counter treatments have not changed. covid-19 viru... |
what causes pneumonia while using cpap machine? | [
"patient: i have been using cpap machine for a year on pressure 6 with a nasal pillow mask. i have never had pneumonia in my life. i am 52 years old and just got my first case of pneumonia (discovered by a cat scan). could the cpap machine be responsible for causing my pneumonia. they also found a small 3mm nodule.... |
hi i am 39 years old and returned from germany 19 days ago. yesterday i started getting a sore throat, runny nose. today i have sinus pressure and a headache with a blocked nose, throat seems to be improving. should i get tested. if so how? | [
"patient: hi i am 39 years old and returned from germany 19 days ago. yesterday i started getting a sore throat, runny nose. today i have sinus pressure and a headache with a blocked nose, throat seems to be improving. should i get tested. if so how?",
"doctor: stay home. stay at home, rest, drink fluids and moni... |
i’m so scared of the coronavirus with my diabetes, that i’m wondering if my wife should not work in her gp practice? it’s putting us both at major risk isn’t it? | [
"patient: i’m so scared of the coronavirus with my diabetes, that i’m wondering if my wife should not work in her gp practice? it’s putting us both at major risk isn’t it?",
"doctor: good question. awareness and precautions are important, but your wife plays a valuable role for those who have contracted the disea... |
hi. i am a 25 yr healthy, final year medical student. on fri (20th) i developed symptoms: continuous dry cough, headache, a very very sore throat, sore neck and back muscles, and tired. i am now improving. should i be tested for covid19? | [
"patient: hi. i am a 25 yr healthy, final year medical student. on fri (20th) i developed symptoms: continuous dry cough, headache, a very very sore throat, sore neck and back muscles, and tired. i am now improving. should i be tested for covid19?",
"doctor: self isolate. current nicd/doh guidelines are to self i... |
i have been experiencing flue symptoms for about 7days, symptoms include: productive cough and running nose. could that be symptoms of corona? my workplace involves working in hospital with patients (children) with respiratory disease and adults. | [
"patient: i have been experiencing flue symptoms for about 7days, symptoms include: productive cough and running nose. could that be symptoms of corona? my workplace involves working in hospital with patients (children) with respiratory disease and adults.",
"doctor: in pandemic times... the covid-19 infection is... |
suggest treatment for pneumonia | [
"patient: my daughter had a fever since monday. maximum temp is 39 & the loweest is 38.4c. she also has cough & colds. doctos saif she has pneumonia and wants to give her antibiotic already. when i asked if its viral or bacterial, she said she doesn't know. how would you know if it is viral of bacterial? i'm hesita... |
if you feel not quite well 3 or 4 evenings in a row,no fever,minor dry cough,little stuffy,maybe scratchy throat very minor,just crummy feeling in general and evenings only (feel fine during the day) could that be a mild case of coronavirus? thanks. | [
"patient: if you feel not quite well 3 or 4 evenings in a row,no fever,minor dry cough,little stuffy,maybe scratchy throat very minor,just crummy feeling in general and evenings only (feel fine during the day) could that be a mild case of coronavirus? thanks.",
"doctor: in brief: viral syndrome you're symptoms ar... |
what is the treatment for herpes and pneumonia? | [
"patient: i had suffered with harpez and pneumonia. i had taken zovirax intravenous depomedrol,tricot xylocaine and finally seftum 500 mg. the eruptions and irritable skin in groin and arm pits. my face looked i was older than my age. one day out of a miracle i had formulated my own drug which has saved me. the dru... |
i have mild irritation in my chest but i am not coughing, i just feel a tingling sensation on my thought. i have no fever, no aches should i be worried about covid 19? | [
"patient: i have mild irritation in my chest but i am not coughing, i just feel a tingling sensation on my thought. i have no fever, no aches should i be worried about covid 19?",
"doctor: probably. we should all be cautious , not worried about covid-19. it is prudent for us all to be socially isolating, washing ... |
i have been running a low grade fever for over two weeks. i have three days left of a cefidner prescription. i am still running a low-grade - ranges from 99 to high of 100.7. i have no other symptoms except usual allergies. will blood work show what is | [
"patient: i have been running a low grade fever for over two weeks. i have three days left of a cefidner prescription. i am still running a low-grade - ranges from 99 to high of 100.7. i have no other symptoms except usual allergies. will blood work show what is",
"doctor: in brief: bloods do help but only a coro... |
am i at risk for covid-19 in the united states? | [
"patient: am i at risk for covid-19 in the united states?",
"doctor: covid infections will likely pick up over the next few weeks in us. avoiding travel and following hand washing recommendations are probably the most important prophylactic measures."
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i got back from israel last monday i am in quarantine my symptoms are tight chest and shortness of breath do i need to have a test? should i be taking any medication? | [
"patient: i got back from israel last monday i am in quarantine my symptoms are tight chest and shortness of breath do i need to have a test? should i be taking any medication?",
"doctor: in brief: covid test two weeks of self isolation, if you get worse, call your gp firsttake anti histamines and panda only , ge... |
i'm a healthcare worker, seeing walk-in patients and working in emergency department. i have a severe case of flu-like symptoms but no confirmed contact with known covid patients. do my symptoms warrant testing or should i risk spreading my disease? | [
"patient: i'm a healthcare worker, seeing walk-in patients and working in emergency department. i have a severe case of flu-like symptoms but no confirmed contact with known covid patients. do my symptoms warrant testing or should i risk spreading my disease?",
"doctor: sounds like viral. sounds viral but not cor... |
vomiting, diarrhea, achey, dizzy and weak fever has kept rising and is now at 103.4 any advice? | [
"patient: vomiting, diarrhea, achey, dizzy and weak fever has kept rising and is now at 103.4 any advice?",
"doctor: infection. seem you have an infectious gastroenteritis, flu or even coronavirus. take tylenol, stay hydrated, get tests ordered by a physician. ."
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suggest treatment for pneumonia | [
"patient: my sister has recently had a bone marrow transplant. in june she had a lung infection and since has had breathing problems. she has just been readmitted and a scan showed pneumonia, pus and fluid has been drained and further tests have shown she has a fistula? if this is treated will her breathing problem... |
nasal congestion and feeling a bit fluey ? | [
"patient: nasal congestion and feeling a bit fluey ?",
"doctor: in brief: stay home hi. if you are concerned about covid-19, please call the hotline on 0800 029 999, see the faqs on https://www. gov.za/coronavirus/faq or https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-coronaviruses would you like to video or text ch... |
i am 63 living in jhb and have had a tight chest and sore throat and wet cough for more than a week ? | [
"patient: i am 63 living in jhb and have had a tight chest and sore throat and wet cough for more than a week ?",
"doctor: in brief: flu like sx. stay at home, monitor your temperature, drink fluids and rest. if your cough is associated with fever and/or does not begin to improve, please see your pcp. you may hav... |
i take irbesartan (angiotensin receptor blocker) for uncomplicated hypertension. it increases cell expression of angiotensin receptors (ar’s). covid enters cells via ar’s. should i change my blood pressure meds? thanks | [
"patient: i take irbesartan (angiotensin receptor blocker) for uncomplicated hypertension. it increases cell expression of angiotensin receptors (ar’s). covid enters cells via ar’s. should i change my blood pressure meds? thanks",
"doctor: in brief: contact dr rather get hold of your regular gp and discuss over t... |
hi. my son is 2 years old. last week he fell ill for a day or two. he kept vomiting and had a day of diarree. however since last night he is couching constantly with plegm and runny nose, and loss of appetite. do i need to test him for covid-19? | [
"patient: hi. my son is 2 years old. last week he fell ill for a day or two. he kept vomiting and had a day of diarree. however since last night he is couching constantly with plegm and runny nose, and loss of appetite. do i need to test him for covid-19?",
"doctor: maybe. do video w/"
] |
on an antibiotic amoxicillin 1000mg morning and night? | [
"patient: on an antibiotic amoxicillin 1000mg morning and night?",
"doctor: need more info! difficult to advise without more information, so seek evaluation by a doctor. because of covid, try to do that by phone/telemedicine. however, seek care right away if difficulty breathing, or severe symptoms.seek covid tes... |
headache fever fatigue been in contact with someone with coronavirus do i need to be concerned ? | [
"patient: headache fever fatigue been in contact with someone with coronavirus do i need to be concerned ?",
"doctor: in brief: test if you can if you have availability get a telephonic consult and get a test. testing capability is stretched right now self quarantine and keep in touch on this forum for now. would... |
my 5 year old son woke up not feeling well. i measured his temperature and mouth reading is 38.3 and armpit is 38.2. he says he’s head is sore and his neck is sore. am scared it may be covid-19? | [
"patient: my 5 year old son woke up not feeling well. i measured his temperature and mouth reading is 38.3 and armpit is 38.2. he says he’s head is sore and his neck is sore. am scared it may be covid-19?",
"doctor: in brief: arrange testing stay home, provide fluids and ibuprofen after checking his temperature. ... |
i have a dry cough and sore throat- it's been a week now and the cough seems to be getting worse- no runny nose or fever, sometimes a headache, no shortness of breath...should i get tested for covid19? | [
"patient: i have a dry cough and sore throat- it's been a week now and the cough seems to be getting worse- no runny nose or fever, sometimes a headache, no shortness of breath...should i get tested for covid19?",
"doctor: in brief: covid good guidelines can be found at cdc. gov/coronavirus/2019. you would be con... |
how do i know if i have a normal cold or maybe the corona virus. my sinuses are congested and i have a post nasal drip which causes sporadic episodes of dry cough outbreaks. i don’t have a fever, but my body is stiff since i hiked 100km in 4 days.? | [
"patient: how do i know if i have a normal cold or maybe the corona virus. my sinuses are congested and i have a post nasal drip which causes sporadic episodes of dry cough outbreaks. i don’t have a fever, but my body is stiff since i hiked 100km in 4 days.?",
"doctor: common cold with sin. the corona virus cause... |
what causes recurrent cough despite taking antibiotics for pneumonia? | [
"patient: hi- i was diagnosed a month ago with community pneumonia. after two rounds of antibiotics i was feeling better. now my cough is back and i have a strange heavy feeling especially in my legs. i have been exhausted too for the last few days. could this be from pneumonia?",
"doctor: hello! just because you... |
what are the symptoms of pneumonia? | [
"patient: i have a aunt that is in the hospital at st vincents blount in alabama she may or not have pneumonia she hasnt never eat right all she lives on is coffee and junk food and toaster strudel, what causes naited however u spell that she tried to eat something but she got nasated.",
"doctor: hello welcome to... |
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