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Hello, our school principal just let us know he has tested positive for covid19. i passed within 1m of him on monday. my husband and i have experienced body aches, elevated temp and headaches as well as tiredness since thursday. should we get tested?

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

Yes: In order to come to a firm opinion who should have a proper evaluation which can be done via telemedicine. Based on what I read alone it seems like you should be tested for COVID 19 . Very important- keep isolated from people

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 7/19/2020

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A member asked:

Hello, our school principal just let us know he has tested positive for covid19. i passed within 1m of him on monday. my husband and i have experienced body aches, elevated temp and headaches as well as tiredness since thursday. should we get tested?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Romano answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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