RELATION BETWEEN COVID-19 AND PNEUMONIA

These days a single cough or a sudden running nose is all that is needed to question if you have COVID-19. Knowing whether or not you’re affected by this deadly virus will not only keep you safe, but also everyone else you come in contact with.

Why a PCR Test? 

Polymerase chain reaction, or PCR, is a laboratory technique which is used to make multiple copies of a segment of DNA. A PCR Test is the first step to know whether or not you’re affected by COVID-19. PCR Test has now become the standard test to detect the presence of COVID-19 virus in the body. In case you experience any symptoms of COVID-19 such as cold, cough, headache etc. or come in contact with anyone affected by the virus, it is always better to get a PCR Test done.

Relation between COVID-19 and Pneumonia: 

Most people who are affected by COVID-19 have mild or moderate symptoms like coughing, fever or shortness of breath. However, people who are affected by the latest mutated COVID-19 virus get severe pneumonia in both their lungs. COVID-19 Pneumonia is a serious illness that can be deadly for people affected. However if diagnosis of COVID-19 Pneumonia is done at an early stage, proper medication and care helps in quick recovery.

COVID-19 pneumonia symptoms: 

Patients who suffer from Pneumonia have difficulty breathing. The other symptoms include cough, belly pain, nausea, chills, fever, fatigue, loss of appetite etc. Blood tests such as CBC (Complete Blood Count) help in detecting the presence of COVID-19 pneumonia in the body. A chest X Ray looks for any sign of inflammation in the lungs since Pneumonia severely affects both the lungs and patients may need treatment in hospital with ventilators and IV Fluids to prevent dehydration.

Who is at high-risk?

If detected at an early stage, Pneumonia could be controlled effectively. However, if older adults or people with chronic heart problems have pneumonia, it could easily become a life-threatening condition. The high risk categories are listed below:

• Adults older than age 65
• Children below the age of 2
• People with a  weakened immune system
• People with high blood pressure, heart disease or diabetes

How to prevent COVID-19? 

The rules of the socially distanced world have become the norm now. However, it’s important to keep in mind to follow them at all times. Avoid touching your face, nose and mouth and keep wearing a mask at all times while stepping outside. Let’s stop the spread of this virus by keeping ourselves and others safe.

In case you’re experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19, it is important to get tested to be sure if you’re infected. With Medisouq, get a PCR test from the comfort of your home.

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