COVID-19 frequently asked outpatient questions

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Roukoz A. Karam, M.D.[2]

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Knowledge Based Questions

  • What is novel Coronavirus?
  • What is the source of Coronavirus?
  • Why is the Coronavirus infection called COVID-19?
  • How does the Coronavirus spreads?
  • Who is at risk for infection that causes COVID-19?
  • Why are we seeing the surge in Coronavirus infection cases?
  • How worried should healthy people be about becoming infected with COVID-19?
  • How can people get the right knowledge and stop the stigma related to COVID-19?
  • Can someone who already has active Coronavirus infection spread to other people?
  • Can staying in warm weather outdoors stop the transmission of Coronavirus?
  • Can I get COVID-19 infection if I eat food from restaurant?
  • What precautions should I take if someone from my family has been tested positive for COVID-19?
  • What precautions should I take to prevent my child from getting COVID-19?
  • What symptoms will my child get if he/she gets the Coronavirus infection?
  • Are the symptoms of COVID-19 same in both children and adults?
  • Should children wear masks while going out?
  • How do I give right knowledge to my child about the COVID-19 during this Coronavirus Pandemic?
  • What measures should parents take in general to protect the children from Coronavirus Infection?
  • What is Multisystem Inflammatory syndome in children (MIS-C) and who is at risk of getting it?
  • What is the difference between flu and COVID-19? How do I know if I have normal flu or Coronavirus infection?
  • Should I be tested for Coronavirus if I have cough?
  • What type of tests are done to detect Coronavirus Infection?
  • Are the tests done to detect COVID-19 painful?
  • Are the tests done for COVID-19 free of cost?
  • Where can I get tested for COVID-19?
  • What is antibody testing? Can I get my antibody testing done for Coronavirus Infection?
  • What are the first steps to be taken once I know my COVID-19 test is positive?
  • Can I test negative for Coronavirus Infection and later test positive for the same?
  • I recently tested negative of COVID-19. Does it mean I am totally free of Coronavirus?
  • If I am recovered from Coronavirus, what are the chances that I might never get it back?
  • Who is at higher risk of getting the COVID-19?
  • What precautions do people with higher risk of getting COVID-19 take?
  • I have diabetes and hypertension. Am I at higher risk of getting COVID-19?
  • Should I change any of my on-going medications to get protected from COVID-19?
  • Should I stop taking my medications if I get tested positive for COVID-19?
  • I have a disability. Am I at higher risk of getting COVID-19 positive?

Everyday Life Questions

  • How can I get back to work and avoid infection?


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