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I am a dental hygienist and was just told that i have a small area of pneumonia on my chest x-ray and was prescribed an antibiotic. can i go to work?
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Pneumonia: As long as you are feeling up to it , don't have a fever , trouble breathing or a severe cough and you started taking your antibiotic, you should be able to work. As a hygienist i'm sure you wear a mask when seeing patients. Good luck!
Answered 3/24/2018
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Yes & No: Depends on the extent. Ask your physician if you can and what precaution you need to do (the type of mask may make a difference).
Answered 4/9/2018
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