Anonymous

2 years

Sore Throat and Runny Nose

I am having sore throat since Wednesday,went to clinic on Thursday still on medication and it seems to get better,but last night i checked my forehead temperature was normal,but ear temperature shows 38.0 c.I have not been to any high risk area,but to be frank I don’t know whether I am in contact with an infected Covid-19 person or not…I am just not sure.I am a kindergarten teacher and I always put on my mask.But,am truly worried about this…Should I get a SWAB Test??

Dr Ramzdhan,

2 years

Thank you for your question.

Additonally, WHO listed common symptoms for COVID-19 infection as follows:

  • Fever (more than 37.5 degrees Celcius)
  • Fatigue
  • Cough
  • Aches and pains
  • Sore throat
  • Headaches
  • Shortness of breath

However, the onset of these symptoms may vary according to different individuals, ranging from few days to about 2 weeks after the virus transmission. On top of that, there were cases of asymptomatic carrier. Those that are able to transmit the virus without having any symptoms or complication of their own.

I would also encourage you to contact the Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre (CPRC) and answer this quiz on Risk Assessment for COVID-19 to evaluate their health status in regards to this disease. Other than that, do practice good hand hygiene and normalize wearing face mask in public.

Meanwhile, try to maintain physical and social distance between close friends and family members. You may also click on this link to directly request a COVID-19 screening test.

CPRC contact:
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+60178429454
[email protected]

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