My report came negative after 14 days of isolation. I would like to know if any precautions need to be taken and for how long, as I have a 3 year old son. Also, my mother in law and father in law are at home. It has been a total of 17 days now. Is any medication required post COVID? When will smell or taste resume? I had a mild infection with no fever or cold before testing. I am also experiencing leg pain, dryness in throat and nose, and weakness post COVID. Am I still infectious? Blood tests including D dimer were fine and oxygen level is 96+. Please suggest?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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After 14 to 17 days and a negative report, youre non infectious. Continue resting, hydrate well, and eat nutritious food. Mild symptoms like leg pain and taste/smell loss can take 2 to 6 weeks to resolve. No specific meds needed unless symptoms worsen.

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Take a CBC Test (Complete Blood Count) Test or Take a D Dimer Test Test

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Answered 11/09/2025

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