Home Health Query General Physician/ Internal Medicine I've been feeling really off since having a COVID ...

Female
26 Years
20/02/2025

I've been feeling really off since having a COVID infection back in April. It's strange because since around May 21st, I've been feeling really dizzy, almost like being in a moving bus or train, and I've been experiencing extreme weakness. My symptoms also include a dry cough and an evening fever that hovers between 99.4 to 99.8 degrees. My pulse rate shoots up to 170 just from climbing stairs, and I've even had some chest pain here and there. Luckily, my appetite is still okay. I got an X-ray done and was wondering if there's any sign of infection. A while back, my CRP was 14.65, and though I haven't tested it again lately, my ECG was normal. My CBC showed a WBC count of 11,500, with hemoglobin at 10.6. Everything else looked fine, and I've tested negative for typhoid and malaria. Just trying to figure out what's going on with me. Any insights?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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start doxycycline for 5 days and remdesivir

Answered 04/07/2025

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Possible Reasons for Symptoms:
- Post-COVID syndrome or long COVID.
- Secondary bacterial infection or pneumonia.
- Cardiovascular issues or myocarditis.
X-ray and Infection Signs:
- Look for signs of pneumonia or lung inflammation.
- Consider follow-up with a healthcare provider for detailed interpretation.
Insights from Lab Results:
- Elevated CRP (14.65) suggests inflammation or infection.
- WBC count (11,500) indicates possible infection.
- Low hemoglobin (10.6) may contribute to weakness and dizziness.
- Normal ECG reduces likelihood of acute cardiac issues.

Recommendation:

Consult a healthcare provider for a comprehensive evaluation and management plan.

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Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist or Consult a General Physician/ Internal Medicine Specialist

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