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Covid and asthma

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GonnaGetGoingReturns · 05/12/2022 22:00

I’ve currently got covid which I think I’m gradually recovering from. I get asthma, mildly but don’t take an inhaler. Also have underactive thyroid.

Feeling a bit breathless so should I keep an eye on this?

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walnutmarzipan · 05/12/2022 22:02

GonnaGetGoingReturns · 05/12/2022 22:00

I’ve currently got covid which I think I’m gradually recovering from. I get asthma, mildly but don’t take an inhaler. Also have underactive thyroid.

Feeling a bit breathless so should I keep an eye on this?

Do you not have an inhaler at all?

cezannesapple · 05/12/2022 22:03

Are you checking your peak flow? I would call your gp if you are worried.

GreenManalishi · 05/12/2022 22:05

Is there a reason you don't have an inhaler for your asthma?

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GonnaGetGoingReturns · 06/12/2022 10:42

I don’t have an inhaler for my asthma as it’s mild generally and I have rarely get wheezy.

I have had inhalers in the past.

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walnutmarzipan · 06/12/2022 11:28

GonnaGetGoingReturns · 06/12/2022 10:42

I don’t have an inhaler for my asthma as it’s mild generally and I have rarely get wheezy.

I have had inhalers in the past.

I think you should always have one for incidences like this. I also have mild asthma but every time I catch a cold ai need to use mine so always make sure I have one that's in date. I also have steroid inhaler, spacer and peak flow meter.

I think you should make an appointment for an asthma review or to see the asthma nurse.

Namechangeno25788 · 06/12/2022 11:33

I agree with PP’s. I’ve always had very mild asthma but covid has properly kicked it off and it’s never been so bad. Took a few weeks for it to happen though. I’d recommend getting in to see your asthma nurse and getting an inhaler just in case.

caringcarer · 06/12/2022 11:51

If you asthmatic you should always keep an inhaler close. Asthma kills OP. One of my school friends died of an asthma attack 4 weeks after having her baby. Before mobile phones. She had an inhaler but could not move to get to it as in another room. Get an appointment. Better to have it and never use it than than not have it and need it.

GreenManalishi · 06/12/2022 12:35

If you have asthma maybe speak to your doctor about this? Mine is mostly unproblematic but unpredictable things can kick it off and I have a reliever in various strategic spots, plus a daily preventer.

Watsername · 06/12/2022 17:32

I would be calling GP and asking for a reliever inhaler just in case you need it suddenly now. I rarely need my blue inhaler, (due to daily inhaled steroids) but always keep it nearby.

I have had Covid twice now. It didn’t affect my asthma when I was mid infection, but my asthma has been more reactive afterwards for a few months.

FourTeaFallOut · 06/12/2022 17:35

Do you have a repeat prescription for ventolin that you don't use which you could ask your GP surgery to put it through to a chemist urgently?

FourTeaFallOut · 06/12/2022 17:36

My asthma didn't get any worse fwiw and I have pretty severe asthma but the chest infection chaser was a beast.

carefulcalculator · 06/12/2022 17:37

Yes I would get an inhaler, asthma is dangerous. I am surprised you do not have a reliever just in case.

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GonnaGetGoingReturns · 06/12/2022 18:36

I’m going to get a reliever inhaler and see the asthma nurse hopefully this week.

My asthma was bad after I was diagnosed years ago but honestly I rarely get wheezy now. I actually feel less wheezy today but will still get an inhaler.

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SilverSalver · 07/12/2022 16:02

I have asthma. Covid did make it a little bit worse so I increased my inhaler. It was fine after a week though. Perhaps you should just have a blue inhaler for when you get a virus.

Notwavingbutdrowningalone · 09/12/2022 18:48

I've been too scared to read this forum for a while, but am really reassured to read this.

I have pretty severe asthma. I have four different inhalers and Montelukast tablets, but still have to have oral steroids every single time I get a cold as the resulting cough ends up with uncontrollable asthma. Last time was 6 weeks ago.

I was due to have my fourth booster a while back, due to now being considered ECV, but getting to the venue proved difficult and I had surgery planned.

DH has just tested positive. He is coughing like a good one and has a very high temperature.

I can't isolate from him as I can't walk - literally. I had surgery on my leg and ankle and am still non-weight bearing, so cannot cook, get drinks or anything. This means that he has had to do all of that, so I'm bound to get it.

I've been terrified due to my asthma, but have my inhalers and a rescue pack of prednisolone.

Does anyone know how long it takes to test positive?

DH had an awful throat a week ago, which I then got. He went to work yesterday, and the bus he was driving had no heating, so he was frozen when he got home, which makes me wonder if it allowed the virus to take hold (I'm guessing you don't get symptoms and test positive in less than 24 hours?).

SilverSalver · 09/12/2022 21:50

@Notwavingbutdrowningalone DH got covid in August and I didn't catch it from him in spite of spending 4 hours in a car with him (we were on holiday) and sleeping in same room.
I got it a month later after going to a busy restaurant.
I was seriously ill with covid first time round but this time after 5 doses of vaccine it was mild.

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