Covid-9 symptoms for 9+ weeks
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I've been unwell with the virus for over 9 weeks. I am in my 30s with no underlying health conditions. I have had so many different symptoms at different stages; sore throat, fever, nausea, diarrhoea, gastric issues such as feeling like food is coming up my oesophagus, dry throat, intense upper back pain, weakness, muscle pain in my arms, neck pain, fast heart rate, sensations in left side of my face, breathlessness which is not severe but feels like I can't get a deep breath in, pins and needles in my hands, what feels like pain in my bone in my lower leg, stinging and teary eyes, headaches, stomach pain....
The first 3 weeks were probably the worst as I was unable to get out of bed, week 4 saw a marked improvement and I thought I was recovering with nearly all symptoms disappearing save for some gastric issues but then in week 5 I started to relapse. I had pain in my back again and new symptoms of muscle pain in my arms, pain in my joints and a lot of tension in my upper body. I have tested negative for the virus twice now in weeks 5 and 6. I am over 9 weeks into the virus and am still suffering from muscle pain, breathlessness that feels like I can't get a deep breath in, gastric issues and stinging and teary eyes. All bloods and oxygen sats have been normal. Has anyone out there had similar for this length of time or longer? I am also confused about testing negative for the virus while presenting new symptoms. I've been told I'm not infectious any more so have been trying to take walks outside. I am trying to be as active as I can, some days are better some are worse. I am trying very hard to get better and am eating well even if I find it difficult. I feel there's a whole community out there of people like me that need guidance for prolonged symptoms but there is no advice from the health professionals and it is very unnerving.
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phst794 dane15
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Seems to be one of the cases of the virus lingering for prolonged period of time. Perhaps, some of it remains dormant, then reactivates later on causing a longer infection. Yes, the other symptoms may potentially be anxiety related. It seems you've gone through a lot lately.
imogen1993 dane15
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Hello. I've just found this platform and I'm finding it reassuring others are dealing with something similar. I am 27 years old, usually fit and healthy, and I regularly practice yoga and meditation. I started getting symptoms in the middle of March and was bed ridden for about 3-4 weeks. I slowly started to feel better (albeit with lots of setbacks and relapses along the way) and about 2 weeks ago, I did a 12 mile cycle and felt fine. I thought I was through it. I've since relapsed again, and I feel right back to where I was in March. I am so exhausted I can't leave my bed, let alone work or excercise, I have brain fog, digestive problems, low mood, body aches and I feel totally helpless. I have very little appetite too. I am having blood tests done but I suspect they will come back fine. I hope this will all go away in a few months, but at the moment it is so unpredictable. Yesterday I felt ok and managed a walk, today I can't leave my bed. I have started taking zinc, iron, vit c and a probiotic, and am committing to twice daily meditation. Any other tips for managing the fatigue? I am a teacher and I find mental activities can be as exhausting as physical ones. Thank you all for sharing your stories, and wishing you all well.
ewan81007 imogen1993
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sorry to hear what you are goin through I guess reading these posts we are not alone
ewan81007 dane15
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Hi I have had symptoms for over 9 weeks now everything from exhaustion no taste or smell shortness of breath low energy..the whole lot after a few weeks I thought I was getting better but as of 9 weeks later I am bk to being bed bound ..I have had chest xray bloods and oxygen levels all come bk ok ..i am 40 with no underlying health issues ..weirdly i to have difficulty sleeping due to anytime i nearly fall asleep my body wakes itself up i guess I'm jus scared for what the future holds
kimberley08155 dane15
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I've just come across this so trying to get through and read everyones stories but thought I would share mine. I first became unwell on 03.05.20 with a cough long story short I am still unwell. There have been a few hospital visits but never kept in. I had a GN tube inserted near the start to drain a bubble in my stomach caused by a build up of lactic acid. I developed pneumonia and a slightly collapsed lung, had 2 courses of antibiotics and one of steroids and to be honest don't feel much further forward. Im still experiencing shortness of breathe, severe headaches, tightness/heaviness on my chest and tiredness like I've never felt before. Doctors keep telling me it's a waiting game and could take 6 weeks...I'm now 8 weeks down the line. I also get the good days/hours like some of you seem to be getting. Most of the time I am able to be out of bed but Im on a chair in the living room not doing much, haven't been out the house except appointments the whole time. During good spells I feel almost back to normal. Yesterday afteenoon I was feeling I could go back to work next week (thats when my sick line is due up) and then last night I was near phoning NHS24 due to my breathing and tightness in my chest being so bad again. It feels like a never ending cycle and am getting concerned I will be left with some long term issues. I don't seem to be getting much support/follow up from doctors unless I contact them about something feel a bit like I'm just left to it because I haven't been hospitalised. My appetite has been fine through out however eating is a hard task, I get very breathless during it and after. I know everyone is learning as we go with this but sometimes I get quite down with just being told it will take time just rest and just being left to it. Im so glad I've found people in similar situations x
leisa56147 dane15
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Dane15 Hi Dane and everybody. I heard the frustration in your voice and had to reply as I agree. I know this virus is new and they are still trying to "figure it out" (which does not seem like they have done yet there is a vaccine released which scares the crap out of me).
Wondering how you are doing cuz I am right there with you! I am on day 17. Got sick (and I have not been tested as the doctor said I had a sinus infection and put me on antibiotics last Tuesday and they are not helping so I am thinking this HAS TO BE COVID)!
I always have muscle aches so being achy is just part of my life. My only symptoms (and I don't want to say "ONLY" as I am miserable) are:
**Low grade fever that is EVERY SINGLE DAY. Just enough to make me feel terrible. This is day 17!
**Eyes feel like someone put battery acid in them
**Nose is either stuffed like concrete or running like a faucet
**Bouts of sneezing some days
**Central forehead headaches "some days".
My concern is this relentless fever.Anybody have this? ALL my labs came back perfect accept of elevated choleserol (which I have always had), blood sugar was 100 and doctor said I am pre-diabetic but I didn't fast and check my BS all the time because my family all has it and it's always ok AND elevated vitamin B-12 so I have laid off the suppliments.
Anybody with this fever??????
dane15 leisa56147
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Hi Leisa
I hope you are feeling better.
What do you call a low grade fever?
I've had an elevated body temp for months since having covid in March, but when I spoke to a specialist he was adamant that a fever is 37.6 and anything less is not a fever! (I had 37.5 some of the time and he said not to worry)
I hope your other symptoms are starting to settle.
serena94326 dane15
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Hello, I have been tested positive for covid on 4th Dec I have been experiencing many symptoms nasal congestion, headache, sneezing, chest pains, pressure on chest, neck shoulders, upset stomach, loss of smell and taste, sore throat almost like tonsillitis symptoms lots of phlegm,slight dizziness and nose breathing difficulty sensations. Symptoms have been on and off for 3 weeks now. Will these symptoms eventually ease or is it always ongoing? What is the best thing to help tonsillitis symptoms?
dane15 serena94326
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Sorry to hear you're not well.
Many of us experienced a lot of the symptoms you are describing and we are from the first wave in March.
The symptoms can come and go for a long time but they will get less severe along the way.
What we found to be important to aid recovery is to pace yourself throughout the day. This means making sure all your physical activities are buffered with rest breaks in between.
For your throat I recommend herbal teas, I drank turmeric tea and found it soothing.
Wishing you a speedy recovery!
nicole0003 dane15
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im 12 weeks out and even tho i struggled with anxiety and depression before ... its extreme .. NOW! im getting out of breath with just doing things around the house .. i got a chest xray and it was normal but ... im getting heart palpitations.. my chest and neck feels heavy... joint pain.. i feel so weird .. sometimes upset stomach.. comes and goes... headaches here and there and i hope this eventually ends .. i thought after covid it would just be normal again and thats far from what happened .. and im so depressed .. im gonna try vitamins but.. if anybody has any ideas please lmk cause i am going crazy..