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A 41-year-old female asked:

My 5 year old daughter has just come down with a 39 degree fever, sneezing, runny nose and cough. should we get her tested?

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Dr. William Moore
Pediatrics 70 years experience
Maybe: Has she been around anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19? Is she having shortness of breath or labored breathing? If so, then, yes, consider getting her tested. If not, it is more likely that she has the flu or some other virus. If it seems like more than just a regular cold, reach out to her pediatrician for more advice.
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Last updated Mar 21, 2020

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