A member asked:

I have a painful chest and a mild dry cough,l for 3 days now. should i worry about going to test for covid or what do i do for now? i am currently self medicating on duro-tuss linctus

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Keep isolated : Keep isolated and see doctor telemedicine. Get tested for COVID 19. If you have a lot of shortness of breath with activity, you may need to go to the emergency room

Answered 1/16/2021

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19 testing: Please quarantine. In South Africa a medical provider will determine need for COVID 19 testing. Consult your local primary care provider or you can use telemedicine (to include HealthTap’s telemedicine format) for individual consultations. There are a number of free apps to look at your risk.

Answered 1/16/2021

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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 1/16/2021

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