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Is novel coronavirus going to muddy the water with respect to diagnosing and treating patients with other conditions?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: COVID 19 symptoms overlap with symptoms from many other conditions and infections. It could be especially confusing during the next influenza season.

Answered 5/16/2020

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