I'm really concerned about how quickly someone with Covid-19 can spread it to others. Like, do they start spreading the virus right after they get infected, or does it take a few days? I'm trying to figure out if there's a period where they aren't contagious. Could you shed some light on this?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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they can spread immediately after you getting infected. so quarantine is done

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You Can get it done at any time but repeat the test after 6 months from now

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