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Should I see my doctor to get approval for Covid-19 Testing?
13 hours ago I was running a slight fever at 99.6 F. I have had a light cough off and on for the past two days, sometimes with a bit of clear phlegm. I am 35, significantly overweight, but otherwise healthy. I woke up this morning with no fever, temperature at 98.8. I have no other symptoms. Should I visit a doctor to receive a letter to be tested for Covid-19?
3 Answers
Yes
You are relatively asymptomatic. Unless your symptoms worsen and you have a fever of at least 100.5, I would not request testing, unless you live in an area that is testing asymptomatic individuals.
William Z. Cohen M.D., FAAFP
Your symptoms don't sound like COVID. Stay at home, drink plenty of fluids, and rest. A temp of 99.6 can simply be dehydration. 98.8 is a normal temperature and not a fever.