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Rapid Antigen Test - Antigen Positive
On doctors instructions, I did the self testing using Rapid Antigen Test at home. The result came Antigen Positive, what does it mean and what do I need to do. Do I need to take Rtpcr as well. Should I visit any hospital? Home isolation is what the gov website says, but do I visit any doctor? Or just sit at home and take paracetamol that's it. I had very limited symptoms like, body ache, weakness, fatigue, and heavy breathing (sometimes) ... that's it.
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No need for RT PCR as it will definitely be positive. Management based on your symptoms advisable. Consult for detailed discussion and treatment.
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Stay in isolation
Monitors fever and oxygen saturation
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Look up home isolation guidelines by government of India. It has details instructions for home isolation protocols.
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Get isolated and take rest hydrate well
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Suggestive of positive coronavirus infection
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Consultation for medication under prescription is advisable
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Follow covid protocol
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Don't get tested now.. for all purposes you are positive now. Get isolated . Take symptomatic management for fever or cold if u develop them.. get a rtpcr tested after 10 days
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kindly elobrate your symptoms in the chat box ,for better elevation and treatment.
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Kindly call for proper consultation
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Dr. Rishikesh Hukeri
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Mumbai
Glad to see you are following the guidelines.
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Book an RTPCR
Book an appointment to consult on Practo
Monitor your symptoms
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Stay safe
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