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Sick for past week. doctor prescribed meds. not feeling better. symptoms are shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, barking cough, mild headache, body ache. should i consider getting tested for covid 19.
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Yes: Everyone with flu like symptoms should be tested for Covid19. Test is becoming more widely available in the United States as the pandemic worsens.
Answered 11/9/2020
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COVID testing: The policies differ by country. In some areas it is recommended that you quarantine without a requirement for testing. In the US if varies by state. Get emergency care for difficulty breathing, blue lips or face, significant & persistent chest pain or new-onset of confusion.
Answered 8/2/2020
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