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I was in contact with 3 people who tested positive and are also showing symptoms of covid. should i go see a gp or just go get tested?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19 testing: In South Africa a medical provider will determine need for COVID 19 testing. Consult your local primary care provider or you can use telemedicine for individual consultations. There are a number of free apps to look at your risk.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 12/30/2020

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A member asked:

I was in contact with 3 people who tested positive and are also showing symptoms of covid. should i go see a gp or just go get tested?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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