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Am i able to go back to work i had covid they said if i feel better within 5 days its safe i do feel a lot better but i have a cough still?
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By CDC guidelines, a symptomatic patient with Covid-19 infection has to be in quarantine for 10 days. Five day rule is for asymptomatic people.
Answered 2/1/2022
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Continue quarantine until day 10. The cough may linger and continue to monitor temperature and breathing. A test may be required by your employer prior to return. Most patients are negative by day 10.
Answered 2/1/2022
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Once your fever and cough are over, give it 5 more days and resume activity
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