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Q: WHEN IS COUGH A SYMPTOM OF CORONA VIRUS? A: Common symptoms of corona virus are a fever, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing and cough. The cough can be of any type, but it is most commonly a dry … Continue reading →

Q: Hi, Doctor. I am deeply concerned about this present pandemic Covid19. Thankfully, there have been survivors of the disease. Here is my question, can a person who just recovered from the disease develop an immune system that will help … Continue reading →

Q: Doc, I had a copper IUD inserted 5 months ago and after checking up on it we found out that it wasn’t in place. Does it give me a higher chance of being preggy given the position of the … Continue reading →

Q: Dear Doc. Is it true that one can be infected with COVID 19 and not show symptoms until the virus leaves the person’s body?. Please I will appreciate your response. ThanksA: There are people who contract COVID-19 and show … Continue reading →

More facts and fiction on COVID-19IF I HAVE THE VIRUS BUT SHOW NO SYMPTOMS, I’M NOT CONTAGIOUS Fiction This is not true. It’s incredibly important to be safe when coming in contact with people- you never know who has the … Continue reading →

Hello everyone, as we go through these uncertain times, here are some tips to help you sleep. If you’re in Lagos, as the city goes into a lock down, obey all the rules. Stay home! https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/strategies-to-promote-better-sleep-in-these-uncertain-times-2020032719333

Q: Good evening doctor, my friend’s mom has German measles. What can she take? Thanks A: Rubella is also called German measles or 3-day measles. It is a contagious viral infection with red rashes like the regular measles we all … Continue reading →

Q: Hi Dr. People are advised not to touch animals. Are animals potential threat to the spread of COVID-19? A: The US Center for Disease Control has the following to say about this question: • Coronaviruses are a large family … Continue reading →

Still on facts versus fiction on COVID-19 CHILDREN CANNOT GET INFECTED As at early February, A Chinese study proved that younger people were less likely to contract the virus, even if exposed to it. But in March, it was concluded … Continue reading →

Let’s go back to the basics. COVID-19 is caused by the novel coronavirus. It belongs to the same family of viruses as some types of common cold and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome. It is a pandemic. Now don’t be scared. … Continue reading →