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The head of the pneumology department at Bichat hospital, Prof. Bruno Crestani differentiates the symptoms of spring allergies from those of the coronavirus. The coronavirus can cause a fever in response to an infection, unlike allergies. On the other hand, people with asthma present with a wheezing sound during shortness of breath, unlike Covid-19 patients. 

Nevertheless, one must remain cautious if a person has asthma. She is more likely to develop a severe form of Covid-19, since the respiratory tract is already weakened by asthma. There are certain precautions to be taken to limit allergies, during the confinement period, which runs until May 11, 2020. 

In case of doubts about the symptoms felt, do not hesitate to contact the doctor, first by phone. An online questionnaire also provides medical guidance, depending on the symptoms. 

Interview carried out by the journalists of 19.45 broadcast every evening on M6.