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What Causes Viral Infection Followed By Chronic Cough And Appetite Loss?
I currently have a viral infection (from grandson) for approximately 2 weeks: almost continuous cough, occasional temp, sore muscles through out body, complete loss of appetite, and finally rashes on month and across abdomen (right to left) - I have had the shingles shot about 5 years ago. Weight loss from 130 to 124. I need help...
Tue, 22 May 2018
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As condition is not improving here further work up is needed.
_Auscultation
_CBC
_chest X-ray
_If needed spirometry and sputum examination
According to reports further management plan decided.
For Symptomatic relief Levocetirizine can be prescribed. Consult physician or pulmonologoist for examination.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
As condition is not improving here further work up is needed.
_Auscultation
_CBC
_chest X-ray
_If needed spirometry and sputum examination
According to reports further management plan decided.
For Symptomatic relief Levocetirizine can be prescribed. Consult physician or pulmonologoist for examination.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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