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How will i know if it is the flu and not covid 19
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By testing: Only testing can help and your GP should be able to help in this context coordinate specific testing and further management. If no flu activity in your area, it becomes more likely to be COVID or any other virus. Self quarantine and hydrate well.
Answered 10/29/2020
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COVID 19 Testing: Both FLU & COVID 19 can cause fever, congestion, cough, fatigue, body aches (& possibly nauseas, vomiting & diarrhea). Testing can help to distinguish the two. An interesting possible symptom of COVID 19 is loss of sense of taste/smell.
Answered 10/30/2020
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