How long is the isolation period for COVID-19 in my child?

Question

Hi doctor,

My five-year-old child tested positive for COVID-19 a week before. She is in house quarantine and has a stuffy nose with a cough. Can I send her to school after five days of quarantine?

Please advise.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

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Children take a week to recover completely, depending on their immune status and general well-being. Your child needs two to three days of rest to relieve the symptoms. Monitor the oxygen saturation of your child using a pulse oximeter for a few days.

Provide adequate nutrition for your child. Provide plenty of liquids for your child to stay hydrated. I suggest tablet Montelukast 10 mg and tablet Fexofenadine 120 mg. Consult your specialist doctor and then take the medicines.

Consult a pediatrician for further examination.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.