Is it a new type of pneumonia with an itchy throat and a cough?

An itchy throat and coughing are not necessarily new types of pneumonia and can be caused by other medical conditions. If the above symptoms appear, it is recommended to seek medical examination in time, and after identifying the cause, targeted treatment is carried out.

1. No: The new coronavirus is mainly transmitted through respiratory droplets and close contact, and patients infected with the new coronavirus will have symptoms such as fever, dry cough, fatigue, etc., and some patients will also have upper respiratory symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, and sore throat.If it is simply a symptom of itchy throat and coughing, and there are no other uncomfortable symptoms, it is generally not caused by the new coronavirus infection;

2. Yes: The novel coronavirus can be transmitted through droplets or aerosols in the air, and it may be infected if you come into close contact with someone infected with the new coronavirus. Since each person's constitution is different, the clinical manifestations after infection will also be different. If your immunity is low, you may experience symptoms of itchy throat and coughing after being infected with the new coronavirus, and may also experience fatigue and muscle aches. At this time, you can go to the fever clinic of the hospital for treatment, and undergo nucleic acid testing and other examinations under the guidance of the doctor to confirm the diagnosis.

Take personal protective measures in your daily life, wear a mask correctly when you go out, and avoid going to crowded places. At the same time, it is also important to eat a healthy diet, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and high-protein foods, such as apples, tomatoes, eggs, etc.