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Friday a very sick man walked on my arm for 3 meters. i had a mask but not him then he said he covid+ so i immediately scrubbed completely. i & wife feel fine. she 67 & hypertensive. is it safe for my wife to meet her dermatologist monday?

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

Keep isolated : The best thing is to keep isolated and get tested.

Answered 1/14/2021

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A member asked:

Friday a very sick man walked on my arm for 3 meters. i had a mask but not him then he said he covid+ so i immediately scrubbed completely. i & wife feel fine. she 67 & hypertensive. is it safe for my wife to meet her dermatologist monday?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Romano answered

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