Question 1

i have fever only at night also have headaches and sudden shortness of breath and want to know if i have a disease
or a specific medicine would help. ?

Accepted Answer

Get checked : Many diseases are possible including viruses such as influenza to a sinus infection to the more serious pneumonia.  Please see a doctor urgently for examination and diagnosis

Question 2

i have had chills on and off for about 2 months no fever,
coughing, shortness of breath what could these symptoms mean?

Accepted Answer

Eval:  The list  of possible causes would be very extensive. If you are concerned, rather than guessing, it would be prudent to schedule an appointment with your physician for evaluation.

Question 3

my son (2.5 years) has fever 38.2 and shortness of breath. should we take him to emergencies or treat the fever and monitor?

Accepted Answer

Triage: Your son may have pneumonia and/or COVID 19 infection, please proceed to the Emergency Room for evaluation. If he is otherwise playful and active, encourage fluids, use Tylenol for fever control and call your Pediatrician to arrange a visit. 
He may have a non COVID 19 infection which should resolve quickly, but COVID 19 may lead to worsening respiratory symptoms.

Question 4

why would glandular fever cause shortness of breath?

Accepted Answer

Viral pneumonia?: Glandular fever (infectious mononucleosis) acts like flu. The virus can infect your lungs causing inflammation and breathing problems. It also can affect your berating muscles and nerves.  It can be dangerous. Please let your doctor know this ASAP. Good luck!

Question 5

what could cause chills without fever, body aches and shortness of breath?

Accepted Answer

Several: It could be flu, pneumonia, bronchitis, cold weather etc.

Question 6

cough for more than three weeks. no fever. shortness of breath but work not really affected. one trigger of cough when speaking. what is this?

Accepted Answer

Cough: A 3 week cough is a long time. If you are SOB, it may be asthma. Coughing spasms occur with pertussis or whooping cough. See your doctor for an exam to help with the diagnosis. All the best. You may need an XR.

Question 7

hi i have shortness of breath fatigue on and off fever cough do i need to go for covid testing if so where?

Accepted Answer

Fever: A person exhibiting these sign and symptoms would be advised to report them to his/her physician for further recommendations regarding Covid19 testing and self-isolation.

Question 8

i have cough for the past one month. but i don't have fever, shortness of breath, etc., can i take a test for covid-19?

Accepted Answer

Other conditions: Consider a chest image, TB testing and sputum analysis. A chronic cough is often related to asthma or bronchoconstriction. Please see your PCP for evaluation and treatment. It is unlikely to be related to acute COVID 19, although the cough may linger. Stay home, drink fluids, rest and monitor your temperature.

Question 9

i have generalized anxiety and positivei for covid, i no longer have fever and my oximetry is 98/99. how do i differentiate shortness of breath from my anxiety?

Accepted Answer

: If you not had fever for more than 24 hours without taking fever reducing medication, your shortness of breath is not due to Covid.
Wish you good health!

Question 10

i'm asthmatic and i have a mild dry cough without fever or shortness of breath, could i have the coronavirus?

Accepted Answer

Albuterol: You may be experiencing an allergic reaction or bronchospasm. Please follow your asthm action plan, and use Albuterol for quick relief. If you have nasal symptoms, monitor your temperature, avoid smoke, dust, mold and other allergens. Rinse nasal passages with saline, take an antihistamine and please follow up for worsening. Infections usually are associated with a fever.

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I have fever only at night also have headaches and sudden shortness of breath and want to know if i have a disease or a specific medicine would help. ?

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I have had chills on and off for about 2 months no fever, coughing, shortness of breath what could these symptoms mean?

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My son (2.5 years) has fever 38.2 and shortness of breath. should we take him to emergencies or treat the fever and monitor?

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Why would glandular fever cause shortness of breath?

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What could cause chills without fever, body aches and shortness of breath?

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Cough for more than three weeks. no fever. shortness of breath but work not really affected. one trigger of cough when speaking. what is this?

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Hi i have shortness of breath fatigue on and off fever cough do i need to go for covid testing if so where?

A member asked:

I have cough for the past one month. but i don't have fever, shortness of breath, etc., can i take a test for covid-19?

A member asked:

I have generalized anxiety and positivei for covid, i no longer have fever and my oximetry is 98/99. how do i differentiate shortness of breath from my anxiety?

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I'm asthmatic and i have a mild dry cough without fever or shortness of breath, could i have the coronavirus?

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