If you suspect COVID test them right away. If not still test them.

March 09, 2023 | 10m 14s

This storyteller shares their experience being hospitalized showing signs of Rhabdomyolysis from getting COVID-19;being on dialysis, recovery and treatment.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:40 - 49

GENDER:Male

EDUCATION:Some college or 2-year degree

RACE/ETHNICITY:Black, African American, African, or Afro-Caribbean

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):1xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Patient

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Ear, Nose and Throat; Immune System; Kidneys and Urinary System; Lungs and Breathing

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:COVID-19; Having multiple health conditions at the same time

TOPIC:Experiencing symptoms; Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need

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