Is it covid? Is it bronchitis? Just what is it?
@GardenGerty (169406)
United States
August 21, 2022 2:24pm CST
We had a staff member out Friday due to covid. No one said exactly who, but we kind of guessed.
I started running a fever Friday evening, or at least that is when I checked it. I had a scratchy throat Thursday evening.
Today, Sunday, I decided I had better get tested, so I called Urgent Care. They did a swab test for a full panel of ailments. I should know soon. Meanwhile to help symptoms they have called out some prescriptions. We will go get them before the pharmacy closes.
This is not one of those quick tests that is done in just a few minutes. I think it still will be a half hour more. The person who examined me seemed to think it was more likely bronchitis. I could deal with that.
My life is too busy to have covid.
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@RebeccasFarm (91299)
• United States
21 Aug 22
Oh dear Heather, I pray it isnt Covid.
Bronchitis is manageable but annoying you got that now so sorry. Let us know.
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@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
3 Sep 22
It was covid, but very mild symptoms, other than the fatigue.
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@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
28 Aug 22
I only ran a fever for three days, so that was not bad. Just a lot of fatigue.
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@1creekgirl (44560)
• United States
21 Aug 22
I pray it's not Covid and that you'll feel better soon.
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@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
3 Sep 22
I have been back to work for a week, and it has been exhausting, but I am getting better.
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@Namelesss (3364)
• United States
21 Aug 22
Whatever it is I hope it's mild and very temporary and doesn't turn out to be something much worse. Hugs
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@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
28 Aug 22
I am surprised at how mild this has been. I am awfully tired, though.
@Namelesss (3364)
• United States
28 Aug 22
@GardenGerty This new strain seems to cause lingering tiredness. Rest when you can hon.
@Nakitakona (59987)
• Philippines
30 Aug 22
Whatever it is. It should be treated anyway.
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@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
3 Sep 22
You are right. They gave me steroids for my lungs.
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@MarieCoyle (59107)
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30 Aug 22
One of my daughters recently had bronchitis. Two of my friends are down with a respiratory bug of some kind, but both tested several times and went to the doctor, it's not Covid. I hope you feel better really soon.
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@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
3 Sep 22
I have never been told I had bronchitis. Last year I was really sick, and it was a rhinovirus--a type of common cold. I actually felt sicker then.
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@MarieCoyle (59107)
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3 Sep 22
@GardenGerty
My daughter had a really, really terrible cough. It just tore through her and was so painful. I felt bad for her.
@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
28 Aug 22
It was covid. A week later and I am still tired, but it will be okay.
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@much2say (57760)
• Los Angeles, California
30 Aug 22
@GardenGerty I hope you and your husband are much better . . . yah, the tired part seems to last a while. It seems that for most people it's mild now - thank goodness. So many people who were able to avoid it all this time seem to have gotten it recently.
@kaylachan (84699)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
22 Aug 22
It could be anything, other illnesses don't vanish because a new one comes along. Get well soon.
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@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
28 Aug 22
It is covid. I was thinking I had some good natural immunities. I was sick at this time last year but it was not covid. It took three years to catch it. That was pretty good.
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@kaylachan (84699)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
29 Aug 22
@GardenGerty That really isn't half bad I suppose.
@louievill (28846)
• Philippines
22 Aug 22
I pray it's nothing and just common colds because of the weather.
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@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
28 Aug 22
No, it is covid. I guess I got extra exposure going back to work at the school. Several people got sick.
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@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
28 Aug 22
I have a hard time giving up and resting, although I know it is the best for me.
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@LadyDuck (502200)
• Italy
29 Aug 22
@GardenGerty - I understand because I am like you, even when I do not feel well I cannot rest.
@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
28 Aug 22
I did test positive for covid. Because I have had two shots and a booster I mostly am just very tired. Have a cough. I am going back to work tomorrow.
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@kobesbuddy (78833)
• East Tawas, Michigan
21 Aug 22
If you've had your regular vaccines, the COVID would be mild and lasts about five days. Without the vaccines, I don't know for sure.
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@LindaOHio (222288)
• United States
22 Aug 22
I hope it's not COVID-19. There are too many long-term effects that can happen with that virus. Get well soon.
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@GardenGerty (169406)
• United States
28 Aug 22
Definitely was covid. It is making me really tired. It will pass, I am sure.
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@Juliaacv (56200)
• Canada
21 Aug 22
I hope that it is neither one of what they suggested, both leave your lungs in a terrible state.
Covid has made most of us much more aware of how we feel and the consequences it can have on others if we do not stay home.
If you are not feeling well tomorrow, I hope that you are able to stay home until this passes.
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@RasmaSandra (97912)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
22 Aug 22
I hope all will be all right and it is not Covid in the meantime I will put you in my prayers,
