Govt issues fresh guidelines for home isolation of mild or asymptomatic Covid-19

Patients under home isolation will stand discharged and end isolation after at least seven days have passed from testing positive and no fever for three successive days.

Updated on: Jan 7, 2022 2:31 PM IST

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The Union health ministry on Wednesday issued revised guidelines for mild or asymptomatic Covid-19 patients and reduced the isolation period to seven days from 10. (HT File Photo)

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As per the guidelines, treatment for every patient needs to be monitored individually depending on the condition of the patient concerned and hence generic sharing of prescriptions should be avoided. (HT File Photo)

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"Do not rush for self-medication, blood investigation or radiological imaging like chest X-ray or chest CT scan without consultation of your treating medical officer," the guidelines read. (HT File Photo)

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The ministry mentioned that overuse and inappropriate use of steroids may lead to additional complications. (HT File Photo)

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There is no need for re-testing after the home isolation period is over. Asymptomatic contacts of infected individuals need not undergo Covid test and monitor health in-home quarantine, the guidelines stated. (HT File Photo)