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Wen to the doctors today because i have tbeen feeling well. they said its a severe viral infection and mentioned bronchitis should i return to work?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Stay home: If you're feeling poorly, stay home for at least a day or two. You'll feel better, and you'll also not risk infecting your co-workers. Trust me -- they won't want to be around you for a while!

Answered 2/17/2016

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