To ask when will it end?

[purplertwirl]

Second chest infection in 2 months. I feel utterly, utterly dreadful I can't even describe. Like I've genuinely had enough. I feel a shadow of who I used to be, I know it sounds dramatic but it's true. I just want to feel healthy again and like myself but from how I feel at the moment, it's so far away.

I've also got the worst toothache ever on top of this out of nowhere just to top it off!

Is it ever going to come to an end? Why do I keep picking up every single bug that's going around? And it's never just a mild cold either, it floors me for at least a couple of weeks 😭

Sorry for the moan but I need to rant.

its a pig, isn’t it?

it will pass, but moan away, you’ve earned it.

It’s awful op, isn’t it? My body feels alien to me when I’m unwell, I seem to get floored with virus after virus too. I currently have a sickness bug graciously shared by DS. But I’m also pregnant, making it feel worse!

I hope your better soon OP. Consider calling the GP if you don’t feel you’re recovering.

There is a tonne of viruses going around right now and they’re basically piggy backing off each other. One gets in, gives your immune system a hit and then the others just pile in. It’s shit and whilst it seems to take forever it will eventually go.

I spent 4 weeks feeling rough, was throwing myself a daily pity party and had a few tears along the way but yesterday, for the very first day in ages, I woke up feeling ok. Hang in there OP, rest up and be kind to yourself

Thanks for the replies yep, I am feeling sorry for myself and have cried a few times because I feel so rubbish! A hot bath and an early night is on the cards for me

A chest infection is one of the worst things I've ever had.
Took weeks to clear.
My sympathies to you.

That's probably best.

Have you tried putting Vicks on your chest and feet? It helps with sleep.

Your plan sounds perfect for tonight.

Have you tired something like megatons to try to give yourself a boost?

hope you’re on the mend very soon

I've felt awful today. Getting over a chesty cold and had a day's holiday today, but have done nothing with it. I'm going to restart vitamin D, probiotics and magnesium as my sleep has been really affected. I did drag myself to the gym and have felt a bit better since then. Also had a proper meal this evening. Will have an early night and hope to sleep 😴

OP, I am glad it's not just me! In my case it's sinuses and cough. I have had more illness in the last 6 months than in the whole of the last 10 years and I, too, am fed up with it.

We will both feel well again. Keep holding that thought...

I am in such a similar position

I had a kidney infection in September which lasted a month to fully recover from - since then I've had 3 other infections/virals and I now currently have a bad cold and a mouth full of ulcers!

I've cried for ages tonight just feeling fed up, I just need a break from feeling ill!

You're not alone, hoping things get better for you too

You need to improve your immune system

I’m in the same boat. More illness in the past 12 months than in my entire adult life combined. I don’t feel at home in my own body anymore and in terms of work and personal life I’m running on fumes. Ironically I’m eating better than I’ve ever done and doing a lot of self care things but nothing is helping. No idea what to do next.

OP did they check for pneumonia? There were lots of missed cases last year, I heard. I was "lucky" in that I got checked last year because I've had it before.

this might apply to others on here?

wish you better asap.