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Good day, id like to know if i should test for covid. i have nasal congestion, continuous headache, & loss of senses of small & taste. my lymph nodes are slightly swollen. i do not have a fever or shortness of breathe. travelled to dur & ec recently?

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Would do testing: One of the challenges from this virus involves the different presentations that can occur in people. Therefore, testing may be needed in numerous people just to be comprehensive and safe. I would favor testing even if there is doubt.

Answered 12/2/2020

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