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NewHendoLib

(60,549 posts) Wed Jan 4, 2023, 09:51 AM Jan 2023

Well, I made three years - but COVID finally got me. Positive home test last evening [View all]

Going to get a confirming swab at the doc in an hour, then if definitely positive, will have a video con with my doc. I've had all of the Moderna vaxxes and boosters. 66 years old, only risk factor is a bit overweight.

Strange virus this is - over the last week, I've had vertigo - then felt like a cold was coming on (some sneezes, scratchy throat, post nasal drip). last evening I felt feverish - lo and behold, 100 - took the test - and...damn.

Fitful night sleeping, different symptoms came and went (took NyQuil and Guafenesin) - this morning not too bad until I got up - room spun, got nauseous - cold sweat. Went pretty quickly away, had coffee and cereal and couldn't taste it (probably due to very stuffed nose). Right now, energy a bit low, no breathing issues/congestion, just that head cold feeling.

I suspect I am a few days into this - we shall see where it goes next. My wife is of course on watch for symptoms. Thankfully we are pretty isolated here and can just hang out for a few weeks.

Keep safe, all.

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Well, I made three years - but COVID finally got me. Positive home test last evening [View all] NewHendoLib Jan 2023 OP

I'm so sorry! Feel better. Scrivener7 Jan 2023 #1

Keep an eye on it - that was me for a few days - then when the fever hit last night, I did the test. NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #4

Keep us posted on how you are doing. Rest up. Scrivener7 Jan 2023 #11

I will. Funny - we did a 5 mile hike on Monday, had lots of energy - NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #15

Also, you talk a lot about hiking so your lungs are probably in great shape to fight it. Scrivener7 Jan 2023 #16

yes, my wife and I try to get 2-3 4-5 mile hikes in each week - NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #18

I think I hit on the flaw in my own fitness regimen last week. See if you can detect it: Scrivener7 Jan 2023 #21

would be great if you forgot to bring home the rugelach!!! NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #23

I testing negative 2 days then positive lostnfound Jan 2023 #12

Shoot. I'll test again tomorrow. I'e had mild symptoms for a few days already. Scrivener7 Jan 2023 #17

Hope it's negative but if you do get a positive result, consider... lostnfound Jan 2023 #54

Thank you. If I ever do get it, I'll be asking for it. Everyone I know says it Scrivener7 Jan 2023 #57

Sounds familiar Rebl2 Jan 2023 #26

Healing vibes on the way! 💓💓💓 SheltieLover Jan 2023 #2

thanks, my friend - that means a lot. NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #5

Yw, NHL! SheltieLover Jan 2023 #50

Sending hugs and vibes for best possible outcome. niyad Jan 2023 #3

Thanks so much, my friend! NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #6

Yikes!! Doubling up on the vibes. I was just telling a friend about you yesterday niyad Jan 2023 #19

let me know if you ever want to schedule a Zoom for your NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #20

That is so kind. Will let them know! niyad Jan 2023 #25

Feel better. Stay warm. Hopefully, that's the extent of it for you. judesedit Jan 2023 #7

thank you so much. NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #9

Excellent endeavor. Your wife must have talent to receive that nice gift judesedit Jan 2023 #27

Neither she or I have experience...just like to try new endeavors NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #28

That's great. One or both of you may have hidden talent you didn't know you had judesedit Jan 2023 #56

Paxlovid started helping me 6 hours after taking it lostnfound Jan 2023 #8

yes, absolutely. If my doc doesn't suggest it, I certainly will (he is a good doc, I suspect he will NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #13

If you're not a serious risk your DR probably WONT recommend it. oldsoftie Jan 2023 #36

My doc did prescribe it. NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #51

I have COVID right now. The docs said no Paxlovid due to my other medications/health issues. Shrike47 Jan 2023 #42

Get Paxlovid if you can Freddie Jan 2023 #10

Thanks for the info, Freddie. NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #14

You sound like me! Diamond_Dog Jan 2023 #22

sorry you went through it - and thanks so much for your comments and wishes NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #24

Wishing you the best, Hendo. blm Jan 2023 #29

Thx. Just went to get swabbed. Man, they go deep! NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #30

Get well and take care of yourself LetMyPeopleVote Jan 2023 #31

thanks! This is one of those times when being married to a nurse is wonderful NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #32

May your case be as mild as mone was. Here's to a quick... NNadir Jan 2023 #33

Sorry about that and good luck Old Crank Jan 2023 #34

Do you mean "everyone" who goes out among the heathen in enclosed public places? SidneyR Jan 2023 #46

Interview of Fauci by the Economist Old Crank Jan 2023 #47

Are you serious comorbidity candidates? Going nowhere for 3 yrs is rough. oldsoftie Jan 2023 #52

I am sorry mgardener Jan 2023 #35

As Dr Fauci said long ago, most all of us will deal with this shit sooner or later. oldsoftie Jan 2023 #37

Here's to a speedy and complete recovery Newhendo. Thanks for the play by play. Wife and KPN Jan 2023 #38

Hope you get over it quick Marthe48 Jan 2023 #39

Sorry to hear that. greatauntoftriplets Jan 2023 #40

Keep on keepin on. Hope22 Jan 2023 #41

Hope you feel better very soon! people Jan 2023 #43

I took a test this morning since I'm having upper respiratory symptoms. ananda Jan 2023 #44

I took four home tests, all negative. Hope22 Jan 2023 #53

Thanks. I don't actually feel sick, more like allergy. ananda Jan 2023 #55

We avoided COVID for 3 years, then went to California for Christmas. DH got it first and shared. Shrike47 Jan 2023 #45

I had the same vertigo - slightly dizzy sensation - after Thanksgiving FakeNoose Jan 2023 #48

You take care, NewHendoLib. calimary Jan 2023 #49

indeed - and thanks! NewHendoLib Jan 2023 #58