Is a dry cough with sore thigh muscles a new type of pneumonia?

Novel pneumonia generally refers to the infection of the new coronavirus. Symptoms of a dry cough and sore thigh muscles may be caused by the novel coronavirus, but it is also possible that they are caused by other causes.

First, it is a new coronavirus infection

If the patient has recently been exposed to someone who has been confirmed to have COVID-19 infection and has the above symptoms, it is considered to be infected with the COVID-19. It is recommended to carry out isolation treatment in time, and you can take Lianhua Qingwen Capsule, Golden Lotus Soft Capsule and other drugs according to the doctor's instructions to relieve the discomfort symptoms.

Second, it is not a novel coronavirus infection

1. Influenza: Influenza is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza virus, when the body is attacked by influenza virus, it will cause congestion and edema of the upper respiratory tract mucosa, which will cause cough, runny nose and other symptoms, and in severe cases, it will be accompanied by fever. At this time, it can be treated with antiviral drugs such as oseltamivir phosphate granules and ribavirin tablets under the guidance of a doctor.

2. Strenuous exercise: If you often do heavy physical labor or strenuous exercise in your daily life, lactic acid may accumulate in your legs, and then there will be pain. Warm compresses can be used to promote blood circulation, which can effectively improve symptoms to a certain extent.

3. Lumbar intervertebral disc herniation: due to aging or long-term poor posture, the lumbar intervertebral disc will undergo degenerative changes, and the nucleus pulposus will protrude from the rupture to the back, stimulating the nerve root and producing a series of clinical symptoms such as lumbar pain, radiating pain in one lower limb, numbness, and muscle weakness.Treatment can be done as directed by traction therapy.

In addition, it may also be related to connective tissue diseases, such as systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, etc. If you are unable to judge on your own, it is recommended to go to the hospital in time to avoid delaying the condition.