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I'm still testing positive for covid 15 days after my 1st positive test.i feel ok aside from being tired & seasonal asthma/allergies.im supposed to see my 80+ year old parents this weekend.is there a chance i'm still contagious?debating staying home?

Q: i'm still testing positive for covid 15 days after my 1st positive test.i feel ok aside from being tired & seasonal asthma/allergies.im supposed to see my 80+ year old parents this weekend.is there a chance i'm still contagious?debating staying home?

: It is almost zero chance that you can transmit the virus after 10 days. The covid test can be positive but it does not mean you harbor a live virus. If it is necessary to see your parents, just go ahead. Take care.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

It is almost zero chance that you can transmit the virus after 10 days. The covid test can be positive but it does not mean you harbor a live virus. If it is necessary to see your parents, just go ahead. Take care.

Answered 5/5/2023

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

It may be advisable to wait until you have no cough, fever or nasal symptoms. There is a possibility that there are viable viral particles in secretions. Your parents should have a booster vaccination. West a mask and wash hands, if you do visit.

Answered 5/6/2023

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A member asked:

I'm still testing positive for covid 15 days after my 1st positive test.i feel ok aside from being tired & seasonal asthma/allergies.im supposed to see my 80+ year old parents this weekend.is there a chance i'm still contagious?debating staying home?

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At this time of year, I get allergy-induced asthma which always leads to a bout of bronchitis that requires a breathing treatment and steroid shot at urgent care. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, would it be wise for me to wear a cloth-type mask, not for