Page 2 | Aibu to not take a COVID test?

gogohm · 11/04/2022 11:03

I've tested so at least I know if I should be more cautious, I tested negative. Dp went out when he had covid but we avoided inside places and he masked when he nipped to get fruit (he had no symptoms)

Catfox1 · 11/04/2022 11:06

I personally wouldn’t go but can understand people that do. If you’re expected to go into work with it now then I can see how people wouldn’t want it to affect their personal life.

Figgygal · 11/04/2022 11:06

Why bother posting?
The majority disagree with you but because some dont its reinforced your view its ok

It might just be a sore throat test and you'll know

TulipsGarden · 11/04/2022 11:08

Covid doesn't seem to be mild for most people I know, despite people on here insisting it is. Most have had a few days in bed and are still feeling the effects weeks later due to exhaustion.

But it seems you've decided that despite tests being available and knowing there's a good chance you have Covid, you're going to be selfish anyway. Up to you.

Whichjab · 11/04/2022 11:09

@Figgygal

Why bother posting? The majority disagree with you but because some dont its reinforced your view its ok

It might just be a sore throat test and you'll know

But you can't get tests anymore. Are you going to buy a test every time you feel under the weather?

onedayiwillflyaway1 · 11/04/2022 11:10

You are asking the internet to make an ethical and moral decision for you. You worrk for the nhs, I think you know deep down the correct thing to do, but if the majority of mumsnet say don't test you can wash your hands of the consequences.

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ThatBlastCameFromTheDeathStar · 11/04/2022 11:17

@TulipsGarden

Covid doesn't seem to be mild for most people I know, despite people on here insisting it is. Most have had a few days in bed and are still feeling the effects weeks later due to exhaustion.

But it seems you've decided that despite tests being available and knowing there's a good chance you have Covid, you're going to be selfish anyway. Up to you.

I think "mild" means you haven't had to have medical intervention. I'm currently in bed with my first covid infection (2 years working front line and I of course get it the week I have annual leave) and I would describe this as a mild Illness. Last time I felt this bad was when I had swine flu.

You know you shouldn't go OP but you've clearly already decided.

WouldYouIfYouCould · 11/04/2022 11:22

I had covid recently and it started with a very mild sore throat. I had to do a test to attend a hobby group and it was a very strong positive. My kids didn’t catch it from me despite my youngest sleeping beside me whilst I was most positive (according to the tests) and presumably therefore most infectious. I didn’t have a cough though, so perhaps that is why. The mild sore throat did turn into a severely painful throat, aches/pains etc after a couple of days. I’d sit tight if I were you I would make a judgement based on your own symptoms and who you are likely to be in contact with. Even if I had a non-covid sore throat I wouldn’t deliberately do any activities that involved close contact with other people. Maybe you would, but that’s a choice you make for yourself and the people you will be close to. No point asking on here.

CarlaH · 11/04/2022 11:24

@pepstuw

Exactly!! I'm not saying we shouldn't be careful and I will continue to wear a mask in public settings, throughout any treatments etc but I do feel I have done my bit. I've had my vaccines, isolated whenever I've been required to which has meant I've lost out on money etc but I've done so because it's the right thing to do. I was debating it this morning but after hearing other posters share my view that we must learn to live with COVID, that is the stance I will be taking. I feel totally well in myself, just a slight sore feeling upon swallowing which has gone down a lot since having a drink this morning etc.

I know we don't know individual circumstances but come on, COVID is for most extremely minor and we cannot live in fear forever. Crucify me for this belief if you wish, but I don't think it's selfish after 2 years of following the rules to go somewhere where I personally wouldn't be going if I was vulnerable anyway, and enjoy myself.

Not sure what the relevance of your having your vaccinations is as that protects you not other people.

The people you meet at the spa aren't likely to have had the most recent booster jabs as that is mostly for people over 75. The very high number of cases suggests that the benefits of vaccination are waning as it is so long since most people had them.

Why not test and find out if you have covid and then you can make a decision based on that.

Poppins2016 · 11/04/2022 11:24

@TulipsGarden

Covid doesn't seem to be mild for most people I know, despite people on here insisting it is. Most have had a few days in bed and are still feeling the effects weeks later due to exhaustion.

But it seems you've decided that despite tests being available and knowing there's a good chance you have Covid, you're going to be selfish anyway. Up to you.

I agree. I'm currently covid positive. It's been mild in that I haven't needed medical treatment, however it's been the worst illness I've had in years. One week after testing positive I'm still feeling symptoms and I'm very fatigued. Dh has it and doesn't feel quite as bad (still not 'just a cold' though) along with my 3 year old and 6 month old (they've been utterly miserable, poor things). My elderly parents also tested positive a week ago and are still spending most of the day in bed.

So I'd urge caution before assuming it's 'just a sore throat', 'just a cold', 'mild', etc.

Norovirus is 'mild' in the grand scheme of things (if mild means you don't need treatment from a doctor) but you still wouldn't set out knowingly to get it or to infect others with it because the symptoms are nasty!

SlashBeef · 11/04/2022 11:26

I wouldn't have asked on here, OP. The hysterical responses were inevitable.
No I wouldn't test and yes I'd go to the spa. You're quite right, it's time to stop the BS now.

MadameDragon · 11/04/2022 11:30

Why not test? You might be negative.

Poetree · 11/04/2022 11:34

@pepstuw

So bit of back story, I worked in an NHS role where I was exposed to Covid a lot at the start of the pandemic, had my vaccines and in November 2021 it finally caught up with me and I got it for the first time.

Then in February this year I got it again but was only testing positive for 2 days (the day I needed a negative test for an important work trip abroad, typically!) I'm guessing this was Omicron this time but I had 0 symptoms.

Last Weds my stepmum who currently lives with me tested started feeling unwell and on Friday when she took a test it was positive. She has isolated away in her room etc and I thought it's quite unlikely I'll get a third time?!

I have a spa break from this evening to weds and I've woken up today with a sore throat that hurts to swallow. I really just want to enjoy my time away as it was a birthday present from my best friend. Have spoken to her and she says she'd rather I just didn't test until after our trip but she understands it's maybe a bit irresponsible.

As I understand it, 1 in 13 people currently are walking around with the virus and I have been very cautious throughout the pandemic and followed rules. I know it's not even against the law to go out if I did have covid, but knowing I had it would make me feel bad and I would cancel the trip. Is it so selfish to think if 2 years down the line people are so scared of getting covid that they shouldn't be going to a spa etc? If 1 in 13 has it then the supermarket is a higher risk?!

Opinions please

It is selfish, yes. If you’ve had direct contact with someone who has covid and you now have symptoms. Take a test. Why should everyone else not ever go somewhere in case some wally who may well have covid but didn’t want to miss out can’t be arsed?

“2 years down the line” is irrelevant. We’re still in the pandemic. It’s not that it happened and went away and people are still worried. It’s still happening and it won’t ever get any better if people who are unwell possibly/ probably with covid don’t just steer clear of others for a few days.

Poetree · 11/04/2022 11:36

@SlashBeef

I wouldn't have asked on here, OP. The hysterical responses were inevitable. No I wouldn't test and yes I'd go to the spa. You're quite right, it's time to stop the BS now.

It’s not hysterical to give a crap about others. ‘Oh it’s gone on so long now it’s ridiculous, so let’s just stop caring.’ It’s attitudes like this that have led to already mediocre mitigations and restrictions being even less effective over the past two years.

GreenFingersWouldBeHandy · 11/04/2022 11:38

I do feel I have done my bit.

Seriously? What a selfish attitude. I'm sure my friends who is now registered as disabled as a result of long COVID feels she's done her bit too.

I'm sure the staff in the spa who will be breathing in your germs are fed up with doing their bit too.

Do the test. If you test positive just delay the trip and pack it in with the sob story. We're all sick of it but without being responsible, we won't every get it under control.

And friend posted last week that despite all jabs and a booster, she tested positive and was in bed for a week with it.

Grow up.

VanGoghsDog · 11/04/2022 11:42

Well, you're definitely being unreasonable to use AIBU as your personal soap box when the question is disingenuous.

LynetteScavo · 11/04/2022 11:48

You've decided to go without testing, you're doing what the government advise, so I think it's unfair for people to criticise you. I also think you shouldn't test at all - you can't pick and chose to go to a spa positive, but not to work for example.

Three weeks ago I had my second case of Covid.It's been mild - I'm tripple jabbed. 9 days in bed, the past two weeks dragging myself through work, coming home to sleep. I'm now off work for Easter and have only just woken up. I have no energy to go to a spa. I'm a long way from death, but even mild Covid can be really crappy, even if you've had it before.

Personally I would feel bad about potentially giving it to someone, just like I wouldn't go if I had a stomach upset. I don't think it's a case of having done our bit already- Covid is here to stay and we have to manage it by not breathing our germs on people.

SlashBeef · 11/04/2022 11:48

It’s not hysterical to give a crap about others. ‘Oh it’s gone on so long now it’s ridiculous, so let’s just stop caring.’ It’s attitudes like this that have led to already mediocre mitigations and restrictions being even less effective over the past two years.
Okay 🤷‍♀️ and yet life continues as normal for millions of people. We have work, school and general life to be getting on with. People like you are becoming less and less relevant. We already suffered 2 years of shrieking about lockdowns and masks and how selfish we are. We don't care anymore

MrsSkylerWhite · 11/04/2022 11:49

Okay 🤷‍♀️ and yet life continues as normal for millions of people. We have work, school and general life to be getting on with. People like you are becoming less and less relevant. We already suffered 2 years of shrieking about lockdowns and masks and how selfish we are. We don't care anymore“

Who are “we”?

Brusselsprouts21 · 11/04/2022 11:53

You should really test, not sure why you haven't already. We are coming into the summer season where people are finally looking forward to things we haven't been able to do such as holidays abroad, traveling, getting married. Your taking a huge risk without knowing the true effect of what could potentially happen if you was positive and passed it on. I would rather reschedule a spa break than my wedding!! I hope your negative so you can enjoy your day.

SlashBeef · 11/04/2022 11:54

Myself and the majority of people around me in my real life who don't give a damn anymore.

Cuppaand2biscuits · 11/04/2022 11:54

As people can, and do still come to work in my office while positive with covid.
3 cases so far since 1st April all been in work them I would definitely not test and go on the spa day.

Notonthestairs · 11/04/2022 11:54

I wasn't locked down for 2 years - I've been on holiday twice, theatre, gigs, birthday parties etc - no idea what you were doing Slash (touch of the hysteria yourself there maybe?)

Pointless thread - you've made up your mind. I feel for the spa staff however. Especially anyone there who is self employed.

roses2 · 11/04/2022 11:56

It’ll be a minimum of a year until I go near a swimming pool again

What's happening in one year that means you can go then but not now?

I think as long as your friend is happy then if you're feeling well enough then go, although try to stay away from too much close contact. And if you're feeling quite rough then stay home like you would have done pre covid.