
Anonymous
4 years
Anxiety or covid symptom
I am 22, i have been diagnosed with MDD (major depressive disorder) n currently on pristiq. Having somewhat short of breathe is quite normal especially during panic attacks, but then since breathing difficulties are also common in covid, when do I need to see a doctor? I do have a bit of dry cough, but that usually occurs when I drink an unsuitable water like osmosis etc; which I did several days ago. I check my temperature everyday and it is always normal. I have also not been outside the country or exposed to anyone with covid (not that I know of; no one has been coughing or sneezing directly to me) I am just worried that it is covid symptoms, but since it overlaps with common things I face, I may accidentaly ignore it. So should I consult a doctor and if yes, when should I do so?

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli,
5 years
Greetings!
Thank you for your question. According to WHO, the common symptoms of COVID-19 infection are:
- Fever (more than 37.5 degrees celcius)
- Fatigue
- Cough
- Aches and pains
- Sorethroat
- Headaches
- Shortness of breath
Hence, what you can do now is to monitor your symptoms. The shortness of breath is normally associated with other respiratory symptoms.
You may consult a MOH doctor by clicking Ask Doctor at the Ministry of Health website (COVID-19 Portal) to ask any health issues related to COVID-19 starting from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm.
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