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I was diagnosed with severe pulmonary embolism on the 7th march 2017 and again on the 4th september 2017. as confirmed yesterday, the first covid-19 death was a lady with underlying pulmonary embolism. am i higher risk?
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COVID-19 : Dr. Susan Bleasdale, a spokesperson for the Infectious Diseases Society of America: "Who is most at risk for coronavirus? People With Lung Diseases. This category includes a number of lung conditions," Bleasdale said. Self-isolate and if your have symptoms that worsen call an ambulance to take you to the emergency room of your nearest hospital where you can get tested.
Answered 3/29/2020
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