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I have been exposed to someone that had covid and passed on. i was last in contact with him last tuesday. i have flu like symptoms. how do i get myself tested?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Treatment the same: If you have Covid, you need to self-isolate. Quarantine yourself. Drink lots of fluids, esp electrolyte solutions, rest, Take Acetaminophen for fever/pain and eat a bland diet (Bananas/Rice/Apples/Toast). See a Dr for worsening difficulty breathing, blue lips/face, confusion/lethargy, and persistent chest pain. Testing may be necessary to return to work, but otherwise does not change treatment.

Answered 12/27/2020

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Agree with Dr. F&K: Covid-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Please contact your doctor by phone for further evaluation and mechanism for testing in your area. Wear a mask, stay away from others, practice hand hygiene. Be sure to get tested, if you get symptoms. If you develop breathing difficulty, go to the nearest hospital, immediately. Wish you good health.

Answered 12/28/2020

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If I feel flu like symptoms should I get tested for covid 19?

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