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Just tested positive

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Roch91 · 22/06/2021 16:02

My son tested positive on Sunday & today I started to feel congested & throat feels scratchy so did lateral flow & it's come back positive! I'm awaiting for a appointment to become available for a PCR. I'm really scared!! I'm overweight....I suffer with health anxiety so as you can imagine I'm absolutely petrified!!

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Rupertpenrysmistress · 22/06/2021 16:05

Hi op try not to worry too much, easy to say I know. Have you had your vaccines? If so most people only have a very mild illness.

Arcadia · 22/06/2021 16:05

Try not to panic, coldy type symptoms are likely to stay that way. Have you had one or both vaccinations?

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Roch91 · 22/06/2021 16:12

Thanks for replying...no I've not had my vaccination because I'm scared (not because of the conspiracy) I tent not to take ANYTHING! One time I was in hospital with excruciating pain screaming & they wanted to give me morphine & I said no!! Sounds stupid I know but I don't take anything as I'm scared of side effects etc think it's all part of my health anxiety!

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Roch91 · 22/06/2021 16:17

Also we were isolating until Monday due to my son so know I've tested positive does my husband now how to isolate for another 10 days or just me?

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alrightfella · 22/06/2021 16:23

You all need to isolate. Has your husband had his vaccine?

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Roch91 · 22/06/2021 16:30

@alrightfella

You all need to isolate. Has your husband had his vaccine?
Yes he has...yes we are all isolating anyway as my son was positive...so that ends on Monday but I know I'll have to isolate from now for another 10 days so does my husbands end on Monday or 10 days from now?
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BernadetteRostankowskiWolowitz · 22/06/2021 16:31

Isnt it 10 days isolation?

ColettesEarrings · 22/06/2021 16:32

Husband's ends Monday as planned unless he goes on to develop symptoms.

BernadetteRostankowskiWolowitz · 22/06/2021 16:33

But why Monday?

If your ds tested on Sunday, then its 10 days from then.

Shakirasma · 22/06/2021 16:38

If your ds tested on Sunday, then its 10 days from then.

Its 10 days from when his symptoms began. If he got his result on Sunday it's fair to assume he became symptomatic a couple of days before that.

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Roch91 · 22/06/2021 16:40

@BernadetteRostankowskiWolowitz

But why Monday?

If your ds tested on Sunday, then its 10 days from then.

His symptoms started Thursday so he's allowed out Monday
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Roch91 · 22/06/2021 16:41

@ColettesEarrings

Husband's ends Monday as planned unless he goes on to develop symptoms.
Thank you
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musicalfrog · 22/06/2021 16:41

No @Shakirasma some people are asymptomatic so we can't assume that.

musicalfrog · 22/06/2021 16:42

X post, new info from the OP.

Tinkling · 22/06/2021 16:42

Your husband will have to isolate 10 days from onset of your symptoms.

BarbarianMum · 22/06/2021 16:46

@Tinkling no he doesnt need to extend his isolation unless he tests positive. You are describing the way it was last year but advice has been updated.

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Roch91 · 22/06/2021 16:57

Ok everyone has different options on this, I'm sure track & trace will be able to clear it up & I'll let you know once they have.

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DadAManger · 22/06/2021 16:58

I know it's scary, but try to stay calm and make yourself a promise that you will - this time - go to hospital if you need it. Don't let your natural tendency to stay away from doctors, jabs or whatever cause you more problems.

I am the same - I tried to stay away from medicine for years and then last year got into a very difficult spot. Trust our excellent nurses and doctors know more than us and get help when you need it now.

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Roch91 · 22/06/2021 17:10

@DadAManger

I know it's scary, but try to stay calm and make yourself a promise that you will - this time - go to hospital if you need it. Don't let your natural tendency to stay away from doctors, jabs or whatever cause you more problems.

I am the same - I tried to stay away from medicine for years and then last year got into a very difficult spot. Trust our excellent nurses and doctors know more than us and get help when you need it now.

Thank you for your kindness
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Roch91 · 26/06/2021 19:00

I've spoke to track & trace & he has to do another 10 days

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ivfgottwins · 26/06/2021 19:03

I'd also get the vaccine if I were you....

boogiebogie · 26/06/2021 23:25

Get the vaccine on top of having the virus? Bit nuts. The latest data is same no of deaths for vaccinated and non vaccinated people?

PacifyLulu · 26/06/2021 23:29

So OP, what would have been scarier? Getting the vaccine or getting covid and knowing that your turned down the vaccine.

Sometime shit is scary - if your fear is that bad seek help but I don’t know what you want anyone to say when you’ve chosen to be in the situation you’re in.

I’m sorry if that seems harsh but you have choices.

Rainbowsandstorms · 26/06/2021 23:34

Try and remember that the vast majority of people are ok. Your brain will automatically focus on the small number of people who aren’t because that’s what health anxiety does but many people are absolutely fine including those with additional risk factors. Look after yourself take it easy, try to get lots of sleep, plenty of fluids, eat well and do things that you enjoy and will take your mind off it. Seek medical attention if you are concerned and remember that if you are unwell early intervention gives the best outcomes and treatment has improved no end. Look after yourself and I hope it’s very mild for you.

Rainbowsandstorms · 26/06/2021 23:39

@PacifyLulu

So OP, what would have been scarier? Getting the vaccine or getting covid and knowing that your turned down the vaccine.

Sometime shit is scary - if your fear is that bad seek help but I don’t know what you want anyone to say when you’ve chosen to be in the situation you’re in.

I’m sorry if that seems harsh but you have choices.

How about a bit of compassion. The other person hasn’t chosen to be here, she struggles with health anxiety which can be debilitating. She’s just asking for a bit of support and reassurance. If you aren’t able to be kind when the op is worried then why not just read and decline to comment.