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Help! Coronavirus Advice! No Symptoms Just Need Help.

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Elisha4444
Elisha4444

Hi everyone, i need your help. I live at home with 4 people, Mam who is 51 no health issues. Dad who is 52 high blood pressure, high cholesterol & over weight. Myself who is 26 i have many health issues including a fitted J pouch that needs removal because its causing a lot of complications. My sister who is 23 & healthy. My 81 year old Grandmother lives 3 minutes away by car, my Grandfather passed away in February & since then my mother & her two brothers have been taking it in turns to look after her. Since lock down has been announced we feel like it would be best for everyone if she moved in with us as she is not able to live alone. The only problem were are having is one of my Uncles has diabetes & has been taking this whole thing very serious, the other healthy uncle not so serious until now. They oldest healthy uncle was the last to stay with her & did the most shifts last week. If god forbid he had the virus & has passed it to Granny how long would it take for the symptoms to show? Are we best for one to move in with her until this passes? Or stay with her until we are sure she is all clear & bring her up here. If anyone could help me please, how long do you think it would take for symptoms to show on a 81 year old lady who has brain damage from a previous surgery & COPD? Would we be able to get her tested to make sure?

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  • patrick45945
    patrick45945 Elisha4444

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    Elisha, I feel your pain. I would suggest you consult your primary care provider for alternatives to your quandary.

    We are in a similar situation. I just turned 71 and have heart and lung conditions. My wife is 63 and "not worried". We are still caring for our 3 year old grandson 3 days/week as his parents both still work and have much contact with the public. Somehow I feel like I am the only one concerned with being infected and it is causing family friction.

    These are trying times for all and it is likely to get worse before it gets better. Would appreciate any feedback.

    Patrick

  • sarajo
    sarajo Elisha4444

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    Hi

    Have you not spoken to your doctor or made an appointment to discuss this

    • Elisha4444
      Elisha4444 sarajo

      Posted

      Hi, its been advised to keep away from the doctors. But my mother got through to 111 & they advised her if she is going down to Granny's to stay with her the minimum 13 to make sure she has no symptoms. No two people are the same some people it takes 2 days to start, others up to 13 days.

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