What can be done to relieve my COVID-positive father's worsening cough and the sharp pain he experiences in his chest, head, and back when coughing, considering he is currently taking Ventidox, Amoxicillin and Sulbactam, Meftal Forte, Multivitamins AtoZ, Vitamin C+Zn+D3, and ivermectin?
Sharp pain in his chest, head, and back during coughing is often due to muscle strain from severe coughing, but it can also indicate lung inflammation from COVID-19. Since his cough is worsening despite his current medications, including Ventidox and Meftal Forte, it is crucial to monitor his oxygen levels closely with a pulse oximeter. Please contact his doctor immediately for a re-evaluation. They may need to adjust his treatment, prescribe a targeted cough suppressant, or recommend a chest X-ray to ensure his lungs are safe.