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If you had novel coronavirus, how would you know when you need to go to the hospital? is it better to go earlier or wait to see if it passes?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Need hospital for: sustained chest pain, difficulty breathing or face/ lips turning blue. Agree with earlier response to do telemedicine first unless you require urgent care.

Dr Jones agreed

Answered 5/20/2020

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