i have a sore throat, my chest feels slightly heavy. when i cough i am bringing dark yellowish phlegm. i have no fever, no headache, no sinus issues. risk assessment suggests a covid test or second opinion ?

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Should I get tested dor COVID 19. I have recently travelled to Israel. I have cold symptoms, sore throat, increased slime in my throat, heavy feeling in my chest and headaches. However I dont have fever and are not coughing?

Answer 1

?covid: I would suggest doing a video,voice or text virtual online consultation by downloading the Discovery DrConnect app via the Google Play store, Apple App store or Discovery website. We can assess you and refer you for testing. Kind Regards Dr Aylwin David Nathaniel

Answer 2

In South Africa a medical provider will determine need for COVID 19 testing. Consult your local primary care provider or you can use telemedicine for individual consultations.

Answer 3

Cold/flu ?: If sore throat is worst they ( dr.) may check it for streptococcus and give you an antibiotic and or xylocaine gel to anesthetize it. Cepacol lozenges . Otherwise, supportive otc meds (mucinex (guaifenesin) dm for cough etc), gales salt & water.

Answer 4

Seven Days Sore: At seven days, it is time to see your primary healthcare provider. Less than seven days, likely a virus, supportive symptomatic care with tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin is all that's needed. An oral decongestant may help with the stuffy nose. Colored drainage longer than seven days may signal it's time for an antibiotic to treat a possible sinus infection.

Answer 5

Go to ER: This could be a lifethreating situation, such as sepsis. Go to er or your doctor immediately.

Answer 6

See your Dr: There are a number of possibilities for what could be wrong, some with serious implications. If the rash feels sandpapery, it may have been caused by strep, & could warn of further complications. Your child needs to see her dr, the sooner, the better.

Answer 7

See pediatrician: This is a viral or bacterial infection associated with a rash. It is important to test for strep and treat. Viral eruption does not require internal meds. Do not ignore possible strep infection.

Answer 8

Get her tested: Chances are she will feel better soon if you do nothing. However, this does sound like strep a & you have 8-10 days from the start of symptoms to identify & treat strep to stop the long term consequences. Rheumatic fever (injury to heart or brain) can quietly come ~a month down the road, kidney injury may already be in the works. Proper rx with abx can stop this before it starts, make the call.

Answer 9

Anxiety: Anxiety can cause all of these symptoms. Nosebleeds can be an indirect effect of anxiety when it also causes an increase in blood pressure. Bodyaches may be related to poor sleep and muscle tension from anxiety. Anxiety can make your throat feel tight and sore. Other medical causes include hyperthyroidism, night time acid reflux, and some rare types of high blood pressure conditions.

Answer 10

Symptoms: Uncertain but I am wondering if you have an upper respiratory infection. Although panic attacks don't normally occur for that reason.

Answer 11

Various symptoms: If nose bleeds are only recent and associated with a head cold,viral aches,and nasal congestion, they should cease as the congestion subsides. If they are more recurrent, dryness of the membrane may be the cause and applying a thin film of white Vaseline would help. Get your blood pressure checked. Stress management therapy for anxiety disorder. See Otolaryngologist as needed.

Answer 12

Symptoms : You need to see a physician and have an examination with the addition of appropriate lab tests to make a differential diagnosis and necessary treatment. Good Luck

Answer 13

?thyroid: I would also be sure to check thyroid function as well as blood pressure with these symptoms.

Answer 14

Pregnancy symptoms.: You may be pregnant but not far enough along to get a positive test. Keep repeating the home pregnancy test. If your tests continue to be negative and the symptoms continue then you should see your doctor.

i have a sore throat, my chest feels slightly heavy. when i cough i am bringing dark yellowish phlegm. i have no fever, no headache, no sinus issues. risk assessment suggests a covid test or second opinion ?

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