- male
- 64 Years
- 20/02/2025
My dad is 64 and has had a fever and cough for the past four days. We saw a doctor who suggested a COVID test, but it came back negative. We met with the doctor again and were told to do more tests. Today, we got the reports, and his CRP level is at 32 mglitre, and the X-ray shows a mild haziness in the lower left zone of his chest. I'm really concerned and wondering what could be causing these symptoms?
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tab doxycycline , tab tusq
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Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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Possible Causes: a. Elevated CRP and chest X-ray findings suggest inflammation or infection. b. Consider bacterial pneumonia or other respiratory infections.
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Immediate Actions: a. Follow up with the doctor for further evaluation. b. Discuss the possibility of starting antibiotics if bacterial infection is suspected.
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Monitoring: a. Keep track of symptoms like fever, cough, and breathing difficulties. b. Ensure adequate hydration and rest.
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Further Testing: a. Consider additional tests like sputum culture or CT scan if symptoms persist or worsen.
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Take a CRP Test (C - Reactive Protein) Test or Take a FRAGILE X SYNDROME (FMRI GENE) Test
Answered 10/09/2025
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