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Re infection of covid
I got covid in mid April and recovered by may first week , Is there a chance that I can get re infected now. One of my friend tested positive with whom I had a bit close contact
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Covid reinfection is possible.
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Consult a pulmonologist online for proper evaluation and advice
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Can get reinfected, follow safety precautions as usual like mask, sanitization and social distancing along with vaccination once it is three months after recovery from covid
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Take online consultation with pulmonologist for further guidance
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Chances are there..Take all precautions
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Dr. P M Anbumaran
Pulmonologist
13 yrs exp
Chennai
Can get reinfected, do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management
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Dr. Vybhav Vijendra
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12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Can get re infected with the virus, but without a severe infection as you would've developed antibodies
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