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Hi there. ive today, for the 3rd/4th time in about 3-4 months presented with a sore throat and blistering headache. ive never had this before and am concerned that it keeps reoccurring in current times. since its 2 symptoms should i get tested?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Covid 19 testing: 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, Headache, Sore throat or new loss of taste or smell.

Answered 1/11/2021

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A member asked:

Hi there. ive today, for the 3rd/4th time in about 3-4 months presented with a sore throat and blistering headache. ive never had this before and am concerned that it keeps reoccurring in current times. since its 2 symptoms should i get tested?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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