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My mother recently tested positive for covid-19. i last saw her 10 days ago and the only symptom i am exhibiting is a cough that comes and goes. otherwise my general health is great.do i need to get tested and if so how can i get a referral letter?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19 concerns: 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. Suspicion for COVID 19 is higher if you have at least 2 of these symptoms: temp of at least 99.6 F (37.5 C), Cough, Shortness of breath, Chills, Shivering, Muscle pain,

Answered 1/6/2021

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See below: Covid-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Contact your doctor/local hospital, by phone for evaluation and testing in your area. Wear a mask, stay away from others, practice hand hygiene. If you develop breathing difficulty, go to the nearest hospital, immediately. Get Covid vaccine. Wish you good health.

Answered 1/7/2021

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