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DH just tested positive but we have 3 DCs who are clinically extremely vulnerable.

522 replies

Dogatetheleftovers · 09/01/2021 15:45

DH just received email informing him that he’s had a positive test. Not surprising really when lots of colleagues have it. But he’s tried to be really vigilant, wearing kn95 masks, hand washing etc because of our kids. Now that he’s tested positive, coughing, tight chest, fatigued, we’re left wondering what to do. The DCs are teenagers so old enough to understand the risks and to know that they’ve all had shielding letters. I’ve had one as well. I’m terrified now and I know we’ve got to wait 14 days to see if one of us has it too. Already one dc has temperature and headache! Anyone offer any kind words of support or advice, it would be most welcome.

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Beamur · 16/01/2021 22:00

Thinking of you OP.

Janus · 16/01/2021 22:13

You’ve totally done the right thing. I have one of those oxygen readers too and it has given us weird readings too but even if you get to a hospital with a really good machine then that’s a good thing. Afraid your husband has to take over for a while, you need to concentrate on yourself for a while x

CoffeethenCrochet · 16/01/2021 22:14

Thinking of you OP Flowers

AnneShirleysNewDress · 16/01/2021 22:18

You've done the right thing and hopefully it won't be too long before you can be seen.

redferrari · 16/01/2021 22:20

Hi we had 2/3 positive. Kept separate bowls and cups for myself and used disposable flushable toilet covers which I had some left from holiday and ventilated the bathroom (have one bathroom only). I also used wipes to clean switches and door handles but honestly was hard to keep doing that. Ordered lot of crackers and soups as that's all we could eat. Microwave food ready to heat for my son. We all FaceTimed each other from rooms to reassure we are ok but it was really hard and you just wanted to sit together on sofa for once. Best wishes!

redferrari · 16/01/2021 22:21

Oh seen the update, hope you feel better soon

AmongUs · 16/01/2021 22:45

Hope you made it to A&E ok and got assessed. Hope you are doing ok Thanks

jpclarke · 16/01/2021 23:06

What a terrible week you and your family have been through, wishing you all positive vibes and I hope you all start to feel better soon. I hope your trip to a&e went ok. You sound incredibly strong and I hope you can get through this 🤞🤞

LickEmbysmiling · 16/01/2021 23:07

As an aside, how do ill people get to a and e? Op maybe not bad enough for ambulance, I don't know but would she drive herself? If her dh also not well.

As another aside this is why it's important to keep cars ticking over.

Op it's good you're getting help quickly. Flowers

It's hard to feel so alone with this thing.

Madhairday · 16/01/2021 23:17

Thinking of you OP Flowers

RainbowCarpetSurfing · 16/01/2021 23:43

You're in my thoughts OP.

I hope you managed to get assessed in person, had some reassurance and can get some much needed rest. You have been so strong holding it together and propping everybody up whilst battling the virus yourself too.

Orchidflower1 · 17/01/2021 06:55

Morning @Dogatetheleftovers I hope you managed to get help at wherever you went you.
I know myself as a mum you feel that you need to do the things yourself for your dc but I’m sure your dh can do them just as well- particularly if they are his dc too. Let him lighten the load so you get well too.

💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐

MostlyAmbridgeandcoffee · 17/01/2021 07:28

How is it going op ?

Histe · 17/01/2021 07:36

I hope your assessment brought you reassurance and you and the rest of your family have had a good night sleep.FlowersFlowersFlowers

Cornishclio · 17/01/2021 08:02

So sorry that you have all got that this awful virus and hope you and your family recover quickly. Hopefully your DH will be able to take over easing the load on you and your children will be ok.

CressidaTheHeathen · 17/01/2021 09:56

Just wanted to say hope you’re alright this morning and the DC are managing. So scary for all of you Flowers

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CoffeethenCrochet · 17/01/2021 14:10

Thinking of you OP Flowers

firenze86 · 17/01/2021 17:14

Hope you’re doing ok 💐

Orchidflower1 · 17/01/2021 20:36

Hope you’re doing ok @Dogatetheleftovers. Been keeping you and your dc in my thoughts and prayers today xx

Flossie44 · 17/01/2021 21:32

Hope you’re ok OP and are being take care of x

CrunchyCarrot · 17/01/2021 21:52

I've just read through this thread and I am so sorry you and your family are going through this, OP. Keeping you all in my prayers. xx

jpclarke · 17/01/2021 23:32

Thinking of you op and your family, wishing you all a full recovery ThanksThanks

ballyboy · 18/01/2021 01:13

Hope you are ok OP. My family and I are all positive too but over the worst of it now but it is scary x

Zoorhik · 18/01/2021 04:29

Thinking of you and your family, especially your dd. Hope you come home soon. Sending virtual hugs. I hope you will be posting on here again with news of all your family recovering. XX