10 people who tried to be tested for Covid-19 and were diverted
As these persons discovered, the symptoms might not be enough to secure a coronavirus test.
While thecoronavirus continues to spread around the world, the real number of individuals infected byCOVID-19 [Feminine Remains a mystery. However, it's not justsymptoms-Many of which can also be attributed to other health problems, such as bronchitis and flu-which makes it a disease as difficult to diagnose. In fact, for many people, it's limited access to the test itself that prevents them from receiving the treatment they need. To remedy this unfortunate reality of the current pandemic, we gathered the following stories shared by people who tried to be tested for coronaviruses, but for one reason or another - were short.
1. The woman whose pneumonia was not sufficient to obtain a test
Despite the exposure to Covid-19 and have already been diagnosed with bronchitis and pneumonia, the Twitter user@Servingupshade revealed that it was not initially able to receive a test because its symptoms were not considered quite serious.
2. The roommates that doctors do not want to "lose a test" on
After hearing Nadia's story, the 4 year old childTiger at the zoo Bronx who tested positive for COVID-19, Twitter user@Paigue revealed his own attempt to test. Despite showing symptoms that are compatible with coronavirus, Paige tweeted that she and her roommate were distinguished that health professionals were not going to "wasting a test" on them.
3. The woman who still could not be tested after two weeks of presentation of symptoms
Even a period of prolonged illness does not necessarily mean that you can secure COVID-19 tests. Twitter UserAmee vanderpol I revealed that, despite symptoms for 15 days, she was still unable to take a test for herself. And if you are worried about your health, make sure you know these10 things that increase your risk of coronavirus complications.
4. The man whose shortness of breath was not sufficient to justify a test
While you think the experience of shortness of breath at a pandemic could qualify for medical care, Twitter UserSimón Ríos I revealed that even a trip to a coronavirus clinic was not enough to do a test because it was largely asymptomatic.
5. The woman who was diagnosed with COVID-19 without a positive test
Although the Twitter user@ Thequietestgirl1 Had its coronavirus diagnosis confirmed by his doctor, she could not get a real test for the virus. "The doctor concluded this morning that we must assume that I have it until I do not do it." And if you want to reduce your own chances of developing the virus, be sure to enter these15 apparently inocouse habits that increase the risk of coronavirus.
6. The man whose serious symptoms were not serious enough
MusicianAlex was diagnosed with a lung infection and prescribed steroids after experiencing three weeks of severe senior respiratory symptoms. While its symptoms - which also included fever and chest pain - widely disappeared, with the exception of persistent cough, it says that it had been refused coronavirus tests because its current symptoms are not enough. Serious.
7. The woman treated for coronavirus without positive test
While Twitter UserTara Mikenas Currently treated for COVID-19, it does it without ever receiving a positive coronavirus test. Unfortunately, Mikenas describes its symptoms, including a cough and chest pain, to be severe enough to keep it from working.
8. The man who spent a month trying to secure a test
Despite the development of respiratory disease and subsequent pneumonia, the Twitter userNathan Jackson Always says he does not find a coronavirus test site in his area, asking his followers "Is there a plan?"
9. The woman put in her quarantine despite never receiving testing
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Twitter User@collard_greens If symptoms have serious enough to be put under the quarantine of CVIV-19 doctor, but still has not received a real test for the disease.
10. The woman who said she would only be tested if she could "barely breathe"
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Twitter UserMorgan da CostaDetailed a long list of coronavirus symptoms - including loss of taste and smell, skin sensitivity, headaches and fever to its supporters, but has been informed by his doctor that they were still not sufficient to get a test. "My doctor said they will not test you unless you can barely breathe," she explained griminated. And if you want to protect yourself, be sure to ignore these 15 myths of coronavirus, you have to stop believing, according to doctors .
