(Integrative map of cases of COVID-10 in the United States via Johns Hopkins.) DAY 8: I love a good head rush but this is scary. My symptoms have shifted again but a constant underlying component is the extreme fatigue. My concern is always making sure my lungs are clear or at the very least, not getting worse. The goal is staying away from that scary pneumonia that we keep hearing critical patients are dying from that is causing people to have to go to the hospital and stay for days in order to get it under control. I have been out of Mucinex for nearly two days and I am hopeful that some will arrive today in the mail because now that I have stopped taking it, I can definitely see how much it was helping me to keep my lungs clear. Without the expectorant medication I am still coughing, but the cough is not so dry any more.
I had the worst panic attack of my life on Thursday. I was chopping vegetables. I suddenly started to shake uncontrollably and my feet felt cemented to the floor. Luckily my son came in, witnessed my locked shaking, and I squeezed out “ATIVAN” like the Tin Man asking for oil. He shoved the Ativan between my teeth and forced me into a chair he put behind my knees. I put my head down and started to sob, “I don’t want to die from this!!” Bear in mind, I’m not even ill, I’m just higher risk because I’m 65. My other son chose *that moment* to FaceTime me. 😜 After listening to me sob it out and letting me chat with my grandson, he decided to take yesterday off his work-from-homeschedule, and as a surprise (he just wanted to take care of his mom 🥰) brought my grandson over, hung out with me for a few hours, and left my grandson to spend the night. Being with him, reading to him, watching Cars-Fucking-3 for the millionth time really helped. I truly hope you are moving past the worst of this, Amee. The whole nightmare is devastating us, physically and/or mentally.
How you have the physical and mental ability to write such helpful, coherent and caring articles, I do not know, but you are obviously a fighter using her intelligence and judgment to the best effect. Wishing you completely well, and very soon.
In order to get over my “presumptive” case, I had to also get albuterol (in addition to the rescue inhaler) via a nebulizer every four hours. The nebulizer cost $59 at the Medical Supply store. Then, my doctor also added oral prednisone, and, while I hate taking steroids, it was a miracle cure for the type of breathing problems you describe. Take care!💕
Sounding better every day. Everyone is wishing you the best. After you recover and there is an antibody test get one. If you are properly immune you will be able to help others who still have to stay home. You can make their mucinex runs. :)
You are one hell of a battler, Amee, and you are clearly putting the same energy into fighting this evil illness as you do into exposing the (very many) misdeeds of our Dear Leader. So, that makes me confident that you will win and overcome it. I just wish that I had Mucinex to send to you!
That elephant on your chest feeling sounds like pneumonia. I’ve had it quite a few times because I have interstitial lung disease.(I’m terrified of getting this. Afraid it will kill me) I’m sorry that you are going through this is. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
Amee, whatever you do make sure loved ones can care for you in some way. Living with my disabilities, I’ve had to depend on others (I.e. my kids and Ruth) to take care for me when I’ve been laid up due to chronic nerve pain. I don’t like it, but it’s okay to accept help. If you were down the street we would all check on you and make you soup and dumplings. Be well, Amee! Take care!
You are amazing Amee - being able to communicate like this even while not feeling well is remarkable. I so appreciate your words and your truth to power. Bless you and be well.
That tunnel ear thing you are speaking of, my doctor told me to try 1/2 part distilled vinegar,& 1/2 part alcohol mixed together. Use a dropper and drop about 1/2 to 1 tsp. into each ear. It worked on my ears!
Also I thought about you & sending you some when I saw the Mucinex was restocked at store yesterday!
Truly hope you begin feeling better! Be well soon💞
Update: Trying to Get Tested for COVID-19, Part 4
Hang in there, Amee. I hope what you're describing are signs of the illness waning.
Stay strong. We want you well FAST
I had the worst panic attack of my life on Thursday. I was chopping vegetables. I suddenly started to shake uncontrollably and my feet felt cemented to the floor. Luckily my son came in, witnessed my locked shaking, and I squeezed out “ATIVAN” like the Tin Man asking for oil. He shoved the Ativan between my teeth and forced me into a chair he put behind my knees. I put my head down and started to sob, “I don’t want to die from this!!” Bear in mind, I’m not even ill, I’m just higher risk because I’m 65. My other son chose *that moment* to FaceTime me. 😜 After listening to me sob it out and letting me chat with my grandson, he decided to take yesterday off his work-from-homeschedule, and as a surprise (he just wanted to take care of his mom 🥰) brought my grandson over, hung out with me for a few hours, and left my grandson to spend the night. Being with him, reading to him, watching Cars-Fucking-3 for the millionth time really helped. I truly hope you are moving past the worst of this, Amee. The whole nightmare is devastating us, physically and/or mentally.
How you have the physical and mental ability to write such helpful, coherent and caring articles, I do not know, but you are obviously a fighter using her intelligence and judgment to the best effect. Wishing you completely well, and very soon.
In order to get over my “presumptive” case, I had to also get albuterol (in addition to the rescue inhaler) via a nebulizer every four hours. The nebulizer cost $59 at the Medical Supply store. Then, my doctor also added oral prednisone, and, while I hate taking steroids, it was a miracle cure for the type of breathing problems you describe. Take care!💕
Sounding better every day. Everyone is wishing you the best. After you recover and there is an antibody test get one. If you are properly immune you will be able to help others who still have to stay home. You can make their mucinex runs. :)
You are one hell of a battler, Amee, and you are clearly putting the same energy into fighting this evil illness as you do into exposing the (very many) misdeeds of our Dear Leader. So, that makes me confident that you will win and overcome it. I just wish that I had Mucinex to send to you!
That elephant on your chest feeling sounds like pneumonia. I’ve had it quite a few times because I have interstitial lung disease.(I’m terrified of getting this. Afraid it will kill me) I’m sorry that you are going through this is. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
Continued Prayers Amiga🙏❤
Amee, whatever you do make sure loved ones can care for you in some way. Living with my disabilities, I’ve had to depend on others (I.e. my kids and Ruth) to take care for me when I’ve been laid up due to chronic nerve pain. I don’t like it, but it’s okay to accept help. If you were down the street we would all check on you and make you soup and dumplings. Be well, Amee! Take care!
You are amazing Amee - being able to communicate like this even while not feeling well is remarkable. I so appreciate your words and your truth to power. Bless you and be well.
I read all of your updates & look forward to hearing of your improvement very soon, Amee! You're tough. 💕
Keeping you in my thoughts. Hoping you recover very soon.
Do you need a good distraction? I’ve got a list of binge-worthy amazing shows to try... hang in there angel! We’ve all got your back. 🥰
Hi Amee,
That tunnel ear thing you are speaking of, my doctor told me to try 1/2 part distilled vinegar,& 1/2 part alcohol mixed together. Use a dropper and drop about 1/2 to 1 tsp. into each ear. It worked on my ears!
Also I thought about you & sending you some when I saw the Mucinex was restocked at store yesterday!
Truly hope you begin feeling better! Be well soon💞
I look forward to your updates, worry about you, hope you are good! Your updates are very helpful.