Authorities: "Over 10 Cases of COVID-19 Reinfection... Considering 3-Week Self-Quarantine" (Update)

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Heung-soon] As cases of re-diagnosis after being declared fully recovered from the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) increase, quarantine authorities have announced that they are considering extending the self-quarantine period or changing discharge guidelines.

Jung Eun-kyung, head of the Central Disease Control Headquarters for COVID-19, said at a regular briefing on the afternoon of the 29th, "Most experts recommend some form of self-quarantine for about three weeks after onset," adding, "We are reviewing changes to related guidelines, such as how to apply them to cases where quarantine was lifted a little earlier."

Recently, in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, a 17-month-old child and their parents tested positive again after being confirmed and declared recovered, following a recurrence of symptoms. Similar re-diagnosis cases have been confirmed earlier in Siheung, Gyeonggi Province, as well as in Daegu and Ulsan.

Director Jung said, "More than ten cases of re-diagnosis after recovery have been reported domestically." He added, "It is necessary to examine each case to determine whether it is reinfection or if the virus was suppressed and then reactivated," and stated, "We will continue in-depth investigations with clinical and epidemiological experts."

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