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Husband is a chronic asthmatic and is short of breath. he has not been short of breath for a few years. my cousin was in contact with a covid + person and then saw us. should he get tested? its been 7 days

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Asthma and covid: Yes he has close contact and he is considered high risk. It’s been 7 days I would get the test done. Keep him in isolation and well protected.

Dr Ferranti agreed

Answered 1/2/2021

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Get tested..: He definitely needs to get tested for COVID-19 but if he is having increased shortness of breath, he should seek emergency treatment. If he is positive for COVID-19, he may be a candidate for anti-viral treatment. If he is having worsening asthma, he can be treated for that whether or not he has COVID. Best of luck to you!

Answered 1/2/2021

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