mandasuling

4 years

Should i be tested for covid-19

I had a slight fever a few days back, and now having a sore throat with cough. should i be tested for coronavirus?

Thank you for your question.

First and foremost, I understand your concern regarding the issue of coronavirus since there’s an outbreak of the virus. You can answer the quiz on Risk Assessment for COVID-19 to evaluate your health status in regards to this disease. After completing this quiz, you will be classified into several categories as follows and please act accordingly.

Besides COVID-19 infection, symptoms of sore throat and cough can be caused by other health problems such as:

  • Other virus infection (influenza)
  • Bacterial infection
  • Allergy
  • Acid reflux
  • Dry air, chemicals or tobacco smoke
  • Laryngitis

You may consult a MOH doctor by clicking Ask Doctor at the Ministry of Health website (COVID-19 Portal) to ask any health issues related to COVID-19 starting from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm.

After 5.00 pm till 12.00 am, please direct your enquiries to our DoctorOnCall website at this link https://www.doctoroncall.com.my/tanya/.

We also provide home testing services, accessible through this link: COVID-19 Screening At Home.

Thank you for your enquiry.

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