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I had flu symptoms from 18 dec. sinus, fever, wet cough, headache and body pains. dr gave me antibiotics and i am now better. i have been in contact with someone on monday, who in turn was in contact with a + covid case on sunday. am i at risk?

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At risk for covid ? : Any contact with an individual who may also be positive for covid-19 will increase your risk of this virus. Wait 5-7 days and get a test for co-vid, and quarantine for at least 10 days (current quarantine guidelines).

Answered 12/3/2020

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A member asked:

I had flu symptoms from 18 dec. sinus, fever, wet cough, headache and body pains. dr gave me antibiotics and i am now better. i have been in contact with someone on monday, who in turn was in contact with a + covid case on sunday. am i at risk?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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