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My son had the flu 6 to 7 times in the year 2019. is he at a higher risk to contract coronavirus? should i send him to school, with 50 children in 1 classroom?
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Exam!: There may be a serious problem with your son’s living conditions, immune system, nutrition or other medical conditions if he had the flu so many times. I suggest extreme caution in dealing with his health and an immediate exam by a primary care physician who will than give you further advice about his risk for Coronavirus. I hope for the best for the health of your son!
Answered 5/20/2020
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COVID 19: Does your son get respiratory infections 6 to 7 times a year - or has he been proven to be infected with influenza this often. 2very different things. I don't recommend that anyone pack into a limited space with 50 people currently. If your child is particularly sickly - would recommend medical evaluation. If not - we will have to see when in-person school attendance returns & accomodations made
Answered 5/20/2020
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