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Posted on Fri, 29 May 2020
Question: Hi went home from the gas station used a alcohol wipe but did not clean my hand Theroil but I think washed my hands soap and watt but not for 20 seconds but it was cold I total confident washed my hands any corna testing
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Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Testing is not warranted at this point

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for trusting us with your health query.

At this point, COVID-19 (Coronavirus) testing is not warranted in your case. CDC recommends testing for people who have definite history of contact with positive cases and have comorbidities like hypertension, diabetes, etc, people with symptoms of respiratory infection like sore throat, cough, fever, body pain, nausea, and breathing difficulty.
So testing is not required at this point for you. However, if you develop any symptoms mentioned above, please call your primary provider or local health department to schedule testing.

Meanwhile, stay at home as much as possible. Wear masks/facial covering while outside. Maintain social distancing. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. You can use cold water for washing your hands. Use hand sanitizer if available.

Hope this answers your question
Please address further questions here
Stay safe and regards
Dr.Lekshmi Rita Venugopal
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
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Follow up: Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (53 minutes later)
Like how long like I said I think washed hands but cold water not for 30 seconds I take humera that pen what do you think
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Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Testing not required at this point. But need to be cautious

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for the follow up with the additional information.

Humira is an immunosuppressant. So the risk of infection is high and therefore you need to be extra vigilant to avoid contracting infection. Follow the safety measures as detailed above.
And if you ever come in contact with a known confirmed case of COVID -19, then testing is required. Or if symptoms relating to the infection develop, immediately follow up with the primary provider.
Hand washing can be done with cold water and soap. Wash thoroughly for 20 seconds. At this point given your history, testing is not required.

Regards
Dr.Lekshmi Rita Venugopal
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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Hi Went Home From The Gas Station Used A Alcohol

Brief Answer: Testing is not warranted at this point Detailed Answer: Hello, Thank you for trusting us with your health query. At this point, COVID-19 (Coronavirus) testing is not warranted in your case. CDC recommends testing for people who have definite history of contact with positive cases and have comorbidities like hypertension, diabetes, etc, people with symptoms of respiratory infection like sore throat, cough, fever, body pain, nausea, and breathing difficulty. So testing is not required at this point for you. However, if you develop any symptoms mentioned above, please call your primary provider or local health department to schedule testing. Meanwhile, stay at home as much as possible. Wear masks/facial covering while outside. Maintain social distancing. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. You can use cold water for washing your hands. Use hand sanitizer if available. Hope this answers your question Please address further questions here Stay safe and regards Dr.Lekshmi Rita Venugopal