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I currently have a rash that looks like a heat rash, should i get a test for corona virus?
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Rash COVID ?: There are a number of rash’s reported with a COVID. Other than COVID Toes none seem specific. I would Google pictures of rash an md COVID and see if yours looks like any of those. Check with your local guidelines which I recall are that you need to be referred by a local provider
Answered 1/1/2021
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COVID 19: Skin rash has certainly been described with COVID 19 and some cases it has been the only presenting symptom (not common). Suspicion for COVID 19 is higher if you have at least 2 of these symptoms: temp of at least 99.6, Cough, Shortness of breath, Chills, Shivering, Muscle pain, Headache, Sore throat or new loss of taste or smell. Best to consult with your doctor.
Answered 1/3/2021
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