Sore throat is not a new type of pneumonia

A sore throat is not necessarily a new type of pneumonia, but the possibility of novel coronavirus infection cannot be ruled out. If you have symptoms of sore throat, it is recommended to seek medical attention in time for relevant examinations, and follow the doctor's instructions for targeted treatment after a clear diagnosis.

1. No: The novel coronavirus is a highly contagious virus, mainly transmitted through respiratory droplets and close contact. After being infected with the new coronavirus, patients may experience symptoms such as fever, dry cough, and fatigue, and some patients may also have upper respiratory symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, and sore throat.If it is simply a sore throat and there are no other uncomfortable symptoms, it is generally not caused by the new coronavirus infection;

2. Yes: If you have a history of close contact with a person infected with the new coronavirus recently, or have been to a high-risk area for the epidemic, you may be infected with the new coronavirus. At this time, symptoms such as fever, cough, and sore throat may occur. If the condition is severe, it may also cause breathlessness or hypoxemia. Therefore, it is necessary to go to the hospital in time for nucleic acid testing or antigen testing to confirm whether you are infected with the new coronavirus.

If you are diagnosed with novel coronavirus infection, you can take ibuprofen extended-release capsules, acetaminophen tablets and other drugs to relieve fever symptoms as prescribed. If there is a cough, you can take compound forcodine oral solution, dextromethorphan hydrobromide granules and other drugs to suppress cough according to the doctor's instructions.