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Can one get infected by COVID-19 even after getting vaccinated?
Query: Hi doctor, My father, who is 65 years, took COVID vaccine's first shot on the twenty-second, and just after two days, he developed a dry cough and then started feeling tired and weak. Slowly he developed diarrhea (stomach ache and watery stools). He is also not eating anything as he lost taste sens... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your query. On seeing the symptoms, it can be a COVID-19 infection. It is better to get a COVID-19 test done, as symptoms like dry cough, tiredness, fatigue, diarrhea, and loss of taste are present. I suggest he: 1) Takes Vitamin C, Vitamin B12, Vitami... Read Full »
What is the normal oxygen saturation level?
Query: Hi doctor, My son is tested positive for COVID-19, as per the RT-PCR laboratory report today. Initially, he had a fever measuring 100°F three days back. He took tablet Calpol 650 only once. After this, his temperature subsided, and the fever did not recur. He complained of losing a partial sens... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern. I have gone through the reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), which is positive. The virus load is mild, so do not worry. It is good that he does not have severe symptoms. Please keep him in... Read Full »
Below which percentage of oxygen saturation is oxygen support needed?
Query: Hello doctor, My mother was affected with COVID-19 around nine days ago. She experienced fever (only for a couple of days), cough is present still, and there is so much weakness. Today, her pulse oximeter dropped to 93%, and we had a CT Scan. She is currently on an oxygen bed under doctor care. Can ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Do not worry. Oxygen saturation of 93% is acceptable. Oxygen is needed when the SpO2 drops less than 90%. Your mother will be fine. 1) Please ask your mother to do breathing exercises with a respirometer. 2) Do not do any strenuous work. ... Read Full »
What is the treatment for patients with mild COVID-19 infection?
Query: Hi doctor, My mother is having very mild COVID-19 symptoms. We got her lung CT scan done yesterday, and by just seeing the film doctor said it is a minor infection. We are awaiting the full report this afternoon. I am very much worried. Can you please tell me the right treatment to provide since it... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please accept the fact that it is a viral infection, and 98 % of patients recover from illness without any problem. Medicines alone cannot kill the viruses; your body's immunity will fight with the virus and overcome it. As it is already 10 d... Read Full »
I tested positive for COVID- 19 yesterday but have mild symptoms. What should I take care of?
Query: Hello doctor.I have been tested positive for COVID -19 yesterday. I am experiencing cold with thick sputum, sore throat, mild fever, and no other symptoms. Read Full »
Dr. Manisha Raghunath Auradkar
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Most important thing you should be doing now, is monitoring your SpO2 (oxygen saturation) levels. If you do not have a pulse oximeter then get one today. If your oxygen saturation level stays above 97 to 98 percent, there is no need to ... Read Full »