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Prahladananda Swami: The following is an interview concerning COVID 19 with Kalpataru Krishna dasa (Dr Kailas Methe) the Medical Superintendent at the Bhaktivedanta Hospital & Research Institute. He is the doctor in charge of the hospital\u2019s COVID 19 patients. <\/p>\n
Prahladananda Swami is the Health and Welfare Ministry for ISKCON.<\/p>\n
Masks<\/strong><\/p>\n Prahladananda Swami<\/em><\/p>\n What kind of masks are the most efficient for breathing and also give some protection?\n<\/p>\n <\/a>K<\/a>alpataru Krishna dasa (Dr Kailas Methe)<\/em><\/p>\n a. \u201cFabric masks\u201d are breathable and also offer some protection. These should be used consistently in public places, during transport and at places where it is not possible to keep a physical distance.\n<\/p>\n b. \u201cMedical masks\u201d (three-ply mask) should be used when a person is ill with (flu-like) symptoms or if a person is caring for an ill family member.<\/p>\n c. Consistent use of the mask where it covers nose, mouth and chin when outdoors (crowd\/market places, etc.) is a must, especially during conversations.\n<\/p>\n Herbs and Precautions<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n Prahladananda Swami<\/em><\/p>\n Are there any herbs or other precautions that you would recommend to the devotees?\n<\/p>\n Kalpataru Krishna dasa (Dr Kailas Methe)<\/em><\/p>\n \na. We are using \u201ca decoction (Kadha)\u201d made of one inch of ginger, black pepper powder one pinch, coriander seeds one teaspoon, turmeric powder half teaspoon, jaggery 10 grams and black raisins 10 pieces. Add these contents in 250 ml water and boil to bring volume to half (125-130 ml) and add lemon juice half tsp. 60-70 ml of this Kadha can be taken twice a day.<\/p>\n b. Ayurvedic tablet Guduchi\/ Giloy (if available) can be taken twice a day after meals by adults to boost immunity.<\/p>\n c. Chyvanprash (if available) 10-15 grams in morning before breakfast\n<\/p>\n Stages of the Disease<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n Prahladananda Swami<\/em><\/p>\n What are the general stages of the disease that are consistently observed?\n<\/p>\n Kalpataru Krishna dasa (Dr Kailas Methe)<\/em><\/p>\n \nFollowing stages are commonly observed in COVID *<\/p>\n a. \u201cMild\u201d stage (85-90% patients recover in this stage) b. \u201cModerate\u201d (10-15% patients may progress to this stage) c. \u201cSevere\u201d (3-5% patients may progress to this stage) Diagnostic Tests<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n Prahladananda Swami<\/em><\/p>\n What are the most accurate tests for knowing if one has the virus?\n<\/p>\n Kalpataru Krishna dasa (Dr Kailas Methe)<\/em><\/p>\n \na. Qualitative RTPCR test (nasopharyngeal swab) is the gold standard for diagnosis at present. The test result may be affected by the technique of swab collection and stage when swab is collected.<\/p>\n b. High resolution CT scan pf chest in symptomatic cases when RTPCR is negative is also used as diagnostic test.\n<\/p>\n Viral Load<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n Prahladananda Swami<\/em><\/p>\n Are there any tests for determining the amount of viral load present?\n<\/p>\n Kalpataru Krishna dasa (Dr Kailas Methe)<\/em><\/p>\n \nYes, Quantitative RTPCR test is used to determine the viral load. However the viral load testing is currently not done for case management. It is being studied presently for determining the outcome and infectivity of the Prahladananda Swami<\/em> Kalpataru Krishna dasa (Dr Kailas Methe)<\/em><\/p>\n \nSimple precautions if followed correctly and consistently help in breaking transmission of COVID *When a person develops any of the above mentioned symptoms he\/she must seek medical attention.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The following is an interview concerning COVID 19 with Kalpataru Krishna dasa (Dr Kailas Methe) the Medical Superintendent at the Bhaktivedanta Hospital & Research Institute. 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\nPatients with uncomplicated upper respiratory tract infection, may (or may not) have mild symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, malaise, headache. Other symptoms that are less common and may
\naffect some patients include loss of taste or smell, diarrhoea, or a skin rash.<\/p>\n
\nPneumonia with breathlessness (hypoxia, SpO2< 94% at room air) but no signs of severe disease.<\/p>\n
\n Pneumonia with breathlessness (hypoxia, SpO2< 90% at room air), may progress to Acute respiratory distress syndrome\/ Sepsis & septic shock.\n<\/p>\n
\ndisease.\n<\/p>\n
\n6. Any other recommendations?\n<\/p>\n
\na. Wearing of mask
\nb. Physical distancing
\nc. Hand hygiene
\nd. Healthy diet
\ne. Physical activity (Pranayama exercise)
\nf. Positive mindset<\/p>\n<\/p>\n