- Male
- 37 Years
- 08/09/2025
I went to have a COVID test 5 days ago because I had certain symptoms. That day, I was put in a hospital ward with others who had similar symptoms and were admitted after the test. The next day, my test results came back negative. However, I did spend 1 day in that ward. On the discharge slip, doctors advised me to stay in isolation for 10 days, even though my test report was negative. I want to ask if there is a significant chance of getting COVID by staying in a COVID dedicated ward for one day? I wore a surgical mask the whole time. After coming back, I changed my clothes but did not bathe as I was having a fever. Today is the 5th day, and I am a little scared because I read that most patients develop COVID symptoms between days 5 and 10.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
There is a slight risk of exposure in shared wards, especially if symptomatic patients were present. Since its been 5 days, monitor symptoms till day 10. Repeat RT PCR
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Answered 08/09/2025
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