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I have had a headache and fatigue for the last 3 days and now has progressed to a sore throat as well, do i need to go for a covid test?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19: You may have COVID 19. 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.

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Answered 1/31/2021

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Dr. John Bodell answered

No: Treat symptoms persist, hydrate yourself, get rest and eat healthy. Follow with PCP if symptoms persist over another week.

Answered 1/30/2021

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A member asked:

I have had a headache and fatigue for the last 3 days and now has progressed to a sore throat as well, do i need to go for a covid test?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Gealow agreed

Dr. John Bodell answered

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