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Are children with a respiratory pathology at greater risk for covid-19 (since there are so little cases of children getting the virus, but still their natural history could be an issue)?

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Dr. Lauren Bickel answered

Be very cautious : There is not a lot of information on children with COVID-19 but definitely would try to protect this child especially and consult the doctor ASAP if child develops fever and shortness of breath.

Dr Ungerleider agreed

Answered 3/29/2020

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A member asked:

Are children with a respiratory pathology at greater risk for covid-19 (since there are so little cases of children getting the virus, but still their natural history could be an issue)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lauren Bickel answered

Dr Ungerleider agreed

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