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Flute56 · 28/09/2024 08:36

I know several people who still test. Its irresponsible not to

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TheKeatingFive · 28/09/2024 08:20

Wear a mask if you want.

Go on holidays if you feel well enough to do so.

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Peonies12 · 28/09/2024 08:16

YABU. Sorry you’re ill but being ill is a Normal part of life. Doesn’t matter if it’s Covid. I don’t know anyone who tests anymore. No one fusses about flu and loads of people get that. Get off Mumsnet and have a proper rest, lots of fruit and veg, foods that are good for gut health, get outside in the fresh air when you can, or get the windows open.

Suzuki70 · 28/09/2024 08:14

Flute56 · 28/09/2024 07:32

You are missing the point and my point is yes headaches and so joints are conditions and symptoms of covid but what I meant was that after two days these symptoms disappeared and that was after testing positive and I naturally assumed that I was on the road to recovery and Wendy's symptoms came back last night I was quite disappointed because I then thought to myself I can't be on the road to recovery if these symptoms have returned so I thought I'm back to square one

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I am not missing the point. You cannot will yourself better because you're going on holiday. It sounds like you've tested yourself on Wednesday and again since which is a waste of time and money. It was long proved that some people test negative after a week whereas others show traces for weeks, so unfortunately you're better when you're better and as with flu it's likely to fluctuate.
The headache could be dehydration and the joints post viral inflammation but none of us know if this is the case.

mydogisthebest · 28/09/2024 08:11

GoodEveningMiss · 27/09/2024 19:39

I don't ever see anyone wearing masks anymore

I don't really see anyone where I live but spent a week in London last month and saw quite a lot of people wearing a mask - on the tube, on buses, in shops, in the street

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Flute56 · 28/09/2024 08:10

MillyMollyMandHey · 28/09/2024 07:44

What do you mean?

You have Covid - you might have had it all this time, or you might have had something else first.

What are you looking for anyone to address?

Masks are pointless.

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If masks are so pointless why do doctors and nurses wear them in the Hospital when they treat patients

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SometimesCalmPerson · 28/09/2024 08:02

Sometimes recovery from a virus isn’t a straight road. Your holiday is still three weeks away so there is still plenty of time for you to begin to feel properly better.

You do sound like you’re being quite dramatic tbh. Masks and Covid restrictions were a fucking nightmare and most people have no desire to go back to any of that just because a new virus that is mild for the majority has made it’s way into existence to join all the other ailments humans can possibly have.

ilovesooty · 28/09/2024 08:02

If you're well enough to go on holiday go. If you aren't, don't. Presumably you have insurance? If you're concerned about your recovery seek medical advice.

trythisforsize · 28/09/2024 07:57

Flute56 · 28/09/2024 07:40

You don't really expect to test positive and then get the usual headaches and aching joints then they subside and you think you're on the road to recovery only to find out that they come back

That's Covid for you

Littlemisscapable · 28/09/2024 07:49

Take paracetamol and rest you will be fine. Masks at best offer some protection to other people around you from your illness they don't protect you from others. Dont overthink it so much..get the next covid vaccine if its offered to you.

MillyMollyMandHey · 28/09/2024 07:44

Flute56 · 28/09/2024 06:59

Please can someone address my recurring symptome of headache and sore joints. I thought they had gone. Also my trip anroad on 15th october

What do you mean?

You have Covid - you might have had it all this time, or you might have had something else first.

What are you looking for anyone to address?

Masks are pointless.

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Flute56 · 28/09/2024 07:40

You don't really expect to test positive and then get the usual headaches and aching joints then they subside and you think you're on the road to recovery only to find out that they come back

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Flute56 · 28/09/2024 07:32

Suzuki70 · 28/09/2024 07:22

What do you mean "address" them? They are signs of COVID, yes, but to be honest you probably had something else first if you had a sore throat for 2 weeks. DH had bacterial tonsillitis at Christmas and got COVID the week after.

If you tested strongly positive on Wednesday you're unlikely to test negative til mid next week so I wouldn't waste tests in the meantime.

Your holidays is 2.5 weeks away; cross that bridge when you come to it.

You are missing the point and my point is yes headaches and so joints are conditions and symptoms of covid but what I meant was that after two days these symptoms disappeared and that was after testing positive and I naturally assumed that I was on the road to recovery and Wendy's symptoms came back last night I was quite disappointed because I then thought to myself I can't be on the road to recovery if these symptoms have returned so I thought I'm back to square one

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Melodysmum12 · 28/09/2024 07:29

Flute56 · 27/09/2024 20:55

I think that is so unprofessional to perform operation while your covid positive that is disgusting

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Yep! But it’s the rules set by the NHS where we are!! Shocking eh… but just shows NHS treat it like any other illness if you feel well enough to work, you can!

Serencwtch · 28/09/2024 07:29

Flute56 · 28/09/2024 06:59

Please can someone address my recurring symptome of headache and sore joints. I thought they had gone. Also my trip anroad on 15th october

Paracetamol is best for those symptoms. Avoid alcohol & caffeine and get plenty of rest.

Most people recover fully in 2 weeks so shouldn't affect your holiday. In fact it's better to get it now so you have high immunity & won't be ill on holiday.

Suzuki70 · 28/09/2024 07:22

What do you mean "address" them? They are signs of COVID, yes, but to be honest you probably had something else first if you had a sore throat for 2 weeks. DH had bacterial tonsillitis at Christmas and got COVID the week after.

If you tested strongly positive on Wednesday you're unlikely to test negative til mid next week so I wouldn't waste tests in the meantime.

Your holidays is 2.5 weeks away; cross that bridge when you come to it.

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Flute56 · 28/09/2024 06:59

Please can someone address my recurring symptome of headache and sore joints. I thought they had gone. Also my trip anroad on 15th october

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DragonGypsyDoris · 28/09/2024 06:51

Flute56 · 27/09/2024 19:36

Ive got covid. How worrying is the new variant and why are they still not insisting we wear masks.

Because someone in government admitted that the purpose of masks was to act as a visual sign that a virus was around, and basically scare people to keep them under control. The effectiveness of masks was always doubtful.

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Flute56 · 28/09/2024 06:46

Ive woken up with a bad headache and im upset because i was beginning to feel better and my symptoms were easing.

Im going abroad on 15th october and need to be well

The way i feel now i dont want to go. Ive lost all interest in the holiday

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Garlictest · 28/09/2024 03:14

I still wear a mask in crowded situations. Because nobody else is wearing them, some of those people have Covid, and I don't want their virus.

Sure, a mask doesn't give me full protection but I'd rather have some than none!

Sorry you're poorly, OP. Feel better soon.

TempestTost · 28/09/2024 02:37

Because the evidence that masking does anything isn't good enough to support mandating them,

Because most people don't want to mask permanently.

T4phage · 28/09/2024 01:57

I'm just getting over it now. It's the roughest I've been with covid so far. Every day a new symptom and a lot of muscle and joint pain. Not many chest symptoms, but everything else, including loss of taste and smell. Still feeling weak and debilitated. I get it every year and I'm sick of it. This latest version is nasty and like a bad flu.

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Flute56 · 28/09/2024 01:50

Thmssngvwlsrnd · 27/09/2024 21:01

I tested positive last Saturday. I only tested because I'd had a headache for 5 days then woke up Saturday aching all over. I'm starting to feel better now that it's coming out. The worst thing has been lower back pain, which I wasn't expecting. I Hooe you feel better soon OP 💐

Thanks oddly my aching joinys stopped aching on day 3 bit they are aching again on day 4 but not as bad. I just dont get it

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Flute56 · 27/09/2024 22:24

I had asore throat for 2 weeks. Then i developed a ough and the sore throat got worse. I just thought it was a cold. Then i had aching joints and a headache. Someone suggested i do a test and it was positive. That was on wednesday. I do not feel as bad anymore bit still have a chesty cough and get a bit out of breath when i excert myself but thats all. I still test positive though.

I am able to do light housework and no longer feel nauseous but i still cannot eat a full meal. I am eating snacks which is all i can do but i couldnt even do that before so my appetite is getti better.

My main concern is i am due to go on hiday on 15th october abroad and hope to be ok for that

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DryBiscuit · 27/09/2024 21:20

I think if you are positive, then you should wear a mask while at work, on the tube or bus etc, and limit being around public as much as reasonably possible
Not because its ‘law’ but because its a decent thing to do

Noone knows what other people’s immune systems are like

I dont think masks should be brought back in but i do wish people would consider others

Even with a cold, I think people should distance themselves as much as possible if they can

D&V stay home etc