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What are the reasons for constant irritation in the throat with phlegm?
Query: Hi doctor, About three months ago, I took my cat outside and met a lady. She did not maintain social distance. Since then, I have had an issue with excess phlegm and throat clearing and minor shortness of breath. The phlegm is sometimes yellow, sometimes white. I do not think it is silent reflux si... Read Full »
ENT Otolaryngologist
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Constant irritation in the throat with phlegm can be due to two significant reasons: 1. Allergic issues in the nose, wherein there is some irritative substance entering; thereby, the nose initially produces a sneezing reflex to remove the offending agent. Besides, the ... Read Full »
Are COPD patients most at risk for COVID-19?
Query: Hello doctor, Today is the 17th day after the COVID-19 positive result. I have breathing difficulties, cough and think it has reduced now. I consulted a doctor on 15 th day. According to the doctor, my chest is clear and my blood report are fine. In the past 15 days, I contacted hospital for a... Read Full »
Dr. Penchala Prasad Kandikattu
General Medicine Physician, Internal Medicine Physician
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your problem. Do not worry. Usually the incubation period is around 14 days. Read Full »
I suffer from sore throat, fever and body pain. Should I get COVID-19 test?
Query: Having sore throat, fever and bodypain for last 2 days. What to do? Should i go for covid test or continue medicine and home remedies? Read Full »
Family Physician, General Practitioner
Answer: hello hope you're doing well! It might be covid or simple upper respiratory tract infection . In view of current pandemic , covid 19 must be ruled out. If currently you're feeling well other than having fever and bodyaches then just isolate yourself for 14 days, take vicks steam inhalation, goo... Read Full »
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