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Hi. I have been having cough, sore throat, body ache since 7th and have fever 100° now (9th). This started after I slept with the AC and fan on all night and it was very chilly. So I thought this could be due to the cold. Should I go for RTPCR test?
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Yes you must get basic investigations done to be on safer side so that proper treatment is taken on time.
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Definitely. You must get CBC ESR, CRP & RT PCR done and start medications.
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Dr. Sanchita Sarkar
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Kolkata
Go for RT-PCR for Covid-19.
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