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I had COVID in the past. Kindly guide on healthy winter tips.
Query: Hello doctorI am a man of 42 years old, I have had COVID-19 and got hospitalized for a while last year winter is around the corner, and I am wondering how my health history might mess with me during the cold season. Does that make me more likely to catch a cold or something worse when it is chilly? ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern, but having COVID-19 in the past does not make you susceptible to catching a cold again unless you were on a ventilator for a long time and suffered severe lung injury and you had pneumonia or a severe lung disease. If that... Read Full »
I want to know about flu prevention. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, The flu season is upon us, and we have been taken over by the flu every year since COVID-19. This time, I need to be prepared. Is there any way? I am a 50-year-old male, my wife is 46 years old, and my sons are 15 and 17 years old. I am looking for advice for all of them. What can we do i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Low temperatures can increase the likelihood of getting flu. The body is not as efficient at fighting a virus when cold air enters the nose, and upper airways, so viruses such as the common cold, the flu, and COVID-19 often spread more qui... Read Full »
I have symptoms like sore throat and fever. Can it be the bird flu?
Query: Hi doctor,I have fatigue, fever, headache, sore throat, body pain, and stuffy nose for the past three days. People surrounding me are suffering from symptoms associated with bird flu since a week. Should I be concerned about the exposure? Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.You might be exposed to bird flu. There is also a chance of COVID (coronavirus disease). Follow the below steps;1. Take complete blood count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), C-reactive protein (CRP), D-dimer test, chest X-ray.2. Get adequate rest and do steam inhalati... Read Full »