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Fever is very common, which is why many people are checked for fever every day at their workplace. Other symptoms are cough, shortness of breath, chills, muscle pain, a new loss of taste or smell, as well as sore throat.
Symptoms that can be overlooked are vomiting and diarrhea.
You should call your physician if you have concerns, and with telehealth, we can often do visits without increasing the risk of exposure for you or others.
We can also order tests.
Of course, certain symptoms demand a visit to the emergency room, but you should alert those in the ER you are coming.
Very serious symptoms include persistent pain in the chest, difficulty breathing, bluish lips and confusion or disorientation.