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Recently unknowingly slept in a bed three days after a covid-19 positive slept in it. should i get tested ? it has 5 days since i slept in the bed

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Probably not needed.: The best estimate at this time is that the SAR-CoV-2 virus can remain alive on fabric for several hours up to a maximum of one day. There are no reports that it can live longer than that type of porous surface.

Answered 7/13/2020

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Probably not: Its difficult to give you a precise answer with high confidence. There are studies about the persistence of COVID on different types of surfaces and breathable fabrics are probably safe than other surfaces such as plastic, tile or metal. Your exposure was probably low risk overall. I don't believe that pillows and bedding have been properly studied.

Answered 7/25/2020

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Unlikely!: As far as we know about this virus, the transmissIon risk is higher up to 48hrs on inanimated surfaces like metal. Thus it is unlikely you get into any risk here.

Answered 7/23/2020

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No reason to test : The virus particles would not be alive on bedding for 3 days, so if that were your only Exposure, no need to test. Remember hand washing, social distance and masks! Stay safe

Answered 7/25/2020

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Yes get tested: You may be asymptomaticaly infected and could spreadto others.

Answered 7/23/2020

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No need for testing : No need for testing . After 3 days there is no chance that virus is alive on the bed. If you have symptoms like headache , cough, shortness of aid, fever, loss of taste or smell , then may be get tested for Covid-19

Answered 7/25/2020

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COVID High Risk: In your case, w/o symptoms, w/o chronic disease like diabetes, cancer, asthma, COPD etc your high risk status requires 10 day quarantine but followup if new symptoms appear for testing(HealthTap virtual care guidelines:COVID19)

Answered 7/23/2020

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Covid 19: Absolutely you need to be tested fo your own health and to prevent passing on the virus. Good Luck

Answered 7/23/2020

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Not sure.: No one can predict that a few days is safe. If any doubt then get tested.

Answered 7/23/2020

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Dr. Joseph Marra answered

Specializes in Radiology

If knowing helps you: My own opinion is that if it helps put your mind at ease, or if you are concerned regarding persons you live with, or visit often being effected than in that case it may help you to know. In your age group, the chances of having "severe" symptoms are lower (though definitely possible). Reasonable precautions, distancing, frequent hand washing, and masks, should still be used either way.

Answered 7/23/2020

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