Have I got Trauma

[Birdie002]

I have covid but I was a little sick before that also. Within hours of testing positive I drastically took a turn for the worst. I tried to get help numerous times but given the pressure on the NHS + GP's it's been extremely difficult.

I woke up the other day with a severe pain in my head & stiff neck & I genuinely thought I was going to have a heart attack given some of the symptoms. Took myself to A&E and told my infection levels are extremely high and chest X-ray was not good and because of the new symptoms I had they were suspicious I may have meningitis on top of everything I am already suffering with.

Completely pumped with antibiotics.

However, I feel so broken down and overwhelmed that I can't stop crying most days. Is it possible to get trauma from being this sick ?

Only I know what I am suffering in my body right now and I feel so emotional 😢

I'm sorry you are ill. It's completely normal to feel that emotional and teary when poorly.

Just to add, they want to admit me and do a lumbar puncture which I've never done before. I feel like I can't breath most of the day. I have small children and it's been devastating that I can't look after them. I feel like if I hadn't been pushed to get the help I need, I could have been on the path for death.

Bloody hell that is really scary. No wonder you are feeling traumatised.

Hi OP, it’s very scary when so unwell but caring for yourself (getting the treatment you need in hospital) is looking after your children.
I hope you feel better soon, it’s no wonder you feel traumatised.

Trauma comes in all shapes and sizes and you sound like you have been through a bit of a trauma, however I wouldn't expect you to be traumatised long term because of it, or for it to result in PTSD. I'd say your reaction is quite normal OP. Hope you feel better in yourself soon and glad you got medical attention.

I've had a lumbar puncture OP. Try not to panic, it wasn't too bad. The headache afterwards can be quite painful so do look after yourself. Just think about how amazing it will be when you do see your kids again. They will want a healthy mum so just focus on yourself for now and make the most of any communication you have with your kids. Feel better soon

This kind of reaction to traumatic events is really normal and should pass, your brain just needs to process what's happening and has happened. Take time to understand the timeline of what happened and go over the frightening parts, remembering that you are safe and going to get better. Talk to a loved one about your emotions and let them out. Avoidance and suppression won't work but you will feel OK again emotionally. Sorry you are having such a bad time