A member asked:

Since last night i have experienced shortness of breath and felt generally sick. since lockdown i have had surgery for an ectopic pregnancy (4weeks ago) and gone grocery shopping 3 times (taking precautions). should i worry about having covid19?

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Covid-19: If you are taking precautions it is less likely this is Covid-19. Shortness of breath is a symptom but is usually associated with cough and fever. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention especially for breathing problems.

Answered 5/12/2020

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19: Suspicion for COVID 19 is higher if you have at least 2 of these symptoms: temp of at least 99.6, Cough, Shortness of breath, Chills, Shivering, Muscle pain, Headache, Sore throat or new loss of taste or smell. Covid is a possibility. Get emergency care for difficulty breathing, blue lips or face, significant & persistent chest pain or new-onset of confusion.

Answered 9/13/2020

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