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A 41-year-old female asked:
hi, i have spondyloarthritis. in the past 4 days i started having flu like symptoms on and off. on wednesday i consulted my dr for dry eyes, nose and throat. i also get temporary hot flushes and difficulty breathing and extreme fatigue.
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Dr. Clancy Hughesanswered
Family Medicine 61 years experience
High risk COVID19: The medications you probably take for your spondyloarthritis would place you at higher risk for the current COVID19 epidemic. Your symptoms suggest the need for immediate testing. Please wear a mask and call ahead for your doctor, ER, or designated hospital. Your going to be ok, but Please practice distancing as if you are contagious until you are tested.
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