My brother's CT scan shows a COVID pneumonia severity score of 18 out of 25, and it's marked as CORADS 5. He's been on several medications since May 3, 2021, including Nintena 100, Happi D, Wysolone 20, and some antibiotics like Microcef O and Sazidox. Prednisolone seems to be a part of it too, and I'm worried about the combination and if we're missing anything. Could you help me understand if all these meds are right for his condition and if there's anything else we should be doing for him?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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Yes ,continue same treatment.

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I've been having trouble taking deep breaths at times during the day for the past 56 days. I haven't noticed any other issues, but it's starting to worry me a bit. Can you tell me what might be causing this or if it's something I should be concerned about?

Ecg and x-ray chest is advised to the patient. If symtoms persists spirometry and pulmonary function tests is also advised to the patient.

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I'm really worried about my mom. She's been on COVID medication for a couple of days, and because of her long-time wheezing, the doctor told her to use a Budecort 200mg inhaler twice daily. But now she's having some loose motion. Is that something normal because of the meds, or should I be taking her to see a doctor? Her oxygen levels are around 98-99 and her pulse is at 102.

Budesonide 200 inhaler sos for breathing difficulty is advised to the patient.Avoid smoking and alcohol.Advised green leafy leafy vegetables ,fruits,mild aerobic exercises.etc Also tab ciplox tz 500mg orally,twice dailly for 5 days is advised to the patient.

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I'm a 35-year-old guy, and my whole family has tested positive for COVID-19, but I tested negative on June 29. Lately, I've noticed I have a minor cough, and sometimes my oxygen level drops to 88, although it usually bounces back to 97 or 98 after about a minute. I only feel a little drowsy when it happens. Everything else seems okay. What should I do now?

Kindly consult a pulmonologist at the earliest for further evaluation

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