I had these symptom back around Thanksgiving. Yesterday was really bad. Several coworkers and their family members had it around the same time too. I didn't go to a doctor, because I didn't have insurance at the time. According to BBC Good Food, cooking bones with joint tissue on them (like necks, knuckles, ribs or the leftover carcass from a roasted chicken) can help the body repair and rebuild connective tissues, while reducing inflammation. Those glands in your throat and neck are incredibly responsive to pathogens, R194. Guaifenesin is also highly effective, and comes from a tree bark the Native Americans used for similar purposes. It will get so stiff and sore, like someone jammed an iron rod down in my neck. Flu activity is highest in the South, followed by the Mid-Atlantic and parts of the West Coast. Recently, I read an article about the instance of red eyes or conjunctivitis in some of COVID patients, which left me wondering. I had the fatigue and some other cold-like symptoms (but never a fever), but 7 days into it I woke up and one of my eyes was bright red and somewhat weepy like pink eye. No need to get liver failure on top of this killer flu. Allergy symptoms tend to stop when youre no longer exposed to the cause. Interestingly, I think I passed it on to my brother, who got very sick around Christmas time. No one in either of our households got sick, though everyone else had much more limited cat contact. HA ! I'm pretty convinced I had the Chinee Sneeze back around Thanksgiving. Not in the sense that they are highly contagious or need to quarantine. Overall, at least 228 probable cases in 20 countries have been identified, according to the World Health Organization. File image. Has anyone done a study comparing chicken soup to other types of soup in its effect on cold or flu?A lot of people lose their appetite when they have colds or flu. Flu vaccines are recommended for everyone 6 months and older. Zuniga-Moya JC, Norwood DA, Romero Reyes LE, Barrueto Saavedra E, Diaz R, Fajardo WC, Pineda A, Torres D, Barahona R, Leiva SO, Hernandez PX, Silva H, Leiva CR, Estrada L, Barahona-Campos A, Gordon A. Clin Infect Dis. Usual, high (100102 F), sometimes higher, especially in young children); lasts 34 days, Rare, except for those with allergic asthma, Common; can cause trouble breathing or persistent pain or pressure in the chest that calls for immediate emergency care, Avoid allergens (things that youre allergic to), NIH has developed guidance on treatment of COVID-19, which is regularly updated. Is his performance wooden? His "she died because she didn't listen to me about chicken soup" thing is just shtick, it's not real. Improving influenza prevention: Modest changes with large effects. Within weeks, like clockwork, the bug jumps from desk to desk until half of the team is down for the count. I haven't gone back to coffee. Unless you have asthma, allergies typically do not cause breathing problems. For those who are double vaccinated, Covid presents itself similarly to a common cold, meaning the symptoms are even harder to tell apart. Typical treatments include rest, fluids, and over-the-counter medicines. No fever, swollen glands, lots of expectorating. "I had fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath in December. Chicken soup contains zinc. Going way, way back with a question re the OP: Can you be "tested" for the flu? A very bad cough that won't go away, even after a week. Increased Movement of Nasal Fluids: Although hot fluids typically aid in the movement of nasal mucus, chicken soup can be superior to hot water in increasing the movement of nasal mucus, clearing the airways, and easing congestion. If we ever get that test I'd like to know how many people here have antibodies. "We are seeing more of these upper respiratory tract infections," Dr Hespe told Daily Mail Australia. Eat as much as you want, just not much dairy. There are signs that RSV cases are slowing in the southern region of the US, but test positivity rates and cases continue to rise in other regions, especially the Midwest. As you'll see in this week's What's Going Around, the flu is impacting communities in the Local 6 area. Several people in my immediate family including my partner seem to have had this, though it was during the period where there were no tests. If we all found out we have the antibodies, we could all be allowed back to work. Infected people may not have symptoms, but can still pass along either virus. Invest in a good decongestant and plenty of Vit. I had this for the whole month of February - fever, body aches, constant and neverending hack. I have heard many coughs inn church, bus, grocery store too. Like five or six hour a day walks for two days. The first day I was sick I had a horrible sore throat that only hurt on one side. Until then, the case fatality rates being bandied about are just speculation. Both can give you a fever, cough, headaches, and body aches. For years Walmart sold it as Equate cough & chest medication, $4 for 30 tablets. Do a body count of people who died from the "flu" in January and February, and I wouldn't be surprised if the numbers are higher than normal. [quote]pinpoint the patient zero is extremely hard and virtually impossible in the flu like pandemic. Absolutely the worst cough I've ever had and it was caused by a tickle in my throat and not chest congestion. The co-worker (we did not really work together, just in the store) was hit harder, and out for about 2 weeks. The most impactful thing employers can do to keep their workforces healthy is to provide paid sick leave so people can stay home when they need to. Within hours, shed lost $40,000, Mining giants $4 million gift over missing capusle, but its not cash, Woman dead following police chase in Melbourne, Two planets will kiss tonight. Including information on the onset, duration, conclusion, geographic patterns, severity and progression of seasonal influenza activity. I've had a cold with a stiff neck before, but what was weird was isolation on only one side. About one in 11 tests for flu were positive last week. Sydney GP Dr Charlotte Hespe said Australia is ripe for a major cold and flu outbreaks after years of isolation. It took about three weeks before I felt fully back to normal. Lots of night sweats, some chest pain, one lung then the other later. We have four people out sick with it in our office. Now I've told you what to take. Painful sore throat. no, I've had it twice, and you will never forget it, just like the covid test, it's a long swab stuffed into a nostril, it's super quick though, like maybe five minutes wait. Got a towel to remove the sweat. If we'd had testing available we would probably know that there are/were hundreds of thousands of cases already and we've all already been exposed. I wonder if it was here sooner and many flu deaths were really from covid 19 because lets face it, nobody was testing for covid 19. But lies and disinformation are rife online, anyone suggesting that some of this and that means it could. Flu and COVID-19 are caused by different viruses that can be spread among people. Feeling sick can be especially concerning these days. "Newer associates who've entered the workforce during the pandemic really have no idea the norms of when it's OK to take time off," Walsh says. omg DL has ACTUALLY become a load of elderly people talking about their medical complaints in the waiting room, Because everyone is sick, idiot, R91. Everyone in this thread is describing sinus and congestion issues. Hacking cough, unlike whooping cough, cannot be treated with antibiotics or other medicine as it is likely to be a residual symptom of other conditions, health officials told The Independent. A very BAD cold. You can wash your hands 1000 times but if the virus is all over these filthy surfaces then it wont help. That part lasts 4 or 5 days. When I was sick as a kid mom would give us Campbells chicken soup and a Coke and tell me to sip it slowly. Also, there were 2 strains floating around too. In December, I had a ton of FB friends across the country and in L.A, who had this. He did a CT to check for cancer & didnt see anything. I have been taking thc gummies to help me sleep and some nyquil cough works wonders. The reason I don't think it was the Rona though is I managed not to get anyone else sick, even though I was coughing the entire time. [quote]I first heard of covid in December and asked my wife to take extra cash out of the bank in case the banking system was interrupted. Ive had a cough for 2 years & kept telling my dr every 3 months when I visited & she kept treating it as something minor. [quote]it's no longer easy to find generic or store brand 'plain' Guaifenesin. I was feeling better within the week (took 1 day off). She remembers her boss once saying: Take one day to yourself. There's a really bad strain of cold going around And it SUCKS. And while providing sick leave is one thing, it's also important for bosses to take sick time for themselves and proactively encourage their team to do the same. We are changing the login scheme for contributors for simpler login and to better support using multiple devices. I'm a Feng Shui expert and these are the three things I will never allow in a bedroom. 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This is an unusual time for flu activity to be increasing, and it is unclear how long increases will continue. Each one lasted about two weeks or more. A cold - or an upper respiratory tract infection - has symptoms largely experienced from the neck upwards: for example, coughing, sneezing, phlegm and runny eyes. My doctor initially though I had asthma, so that delayed treatment. Now, I just got a sore throat, but it seems to be subsiding. But weve heard over and over, maybe 100 times on here, maybe 300 times? FLU. Itll be interesting to see how many people died from complications of diabetes, or pulmonary embolisms prior to COVID-19 coming into the lexicon. I had all the symptoms of Covid last Spring, got tested - and negative. Sadly as R68 mentioned, it's no longer easy to find generic or store brand 'plain' Guaifenesin. How is it different from the Wayback machine archive? They werent going to bother. Even these so called non profits. "That's probably a reflection of two things: one, most people have some degree of immunity, so it's playing out a bit differently when people get infected. [quote] It would be odd if Covid-19 had been going around the US since December and not caused a spike in deaths among the usual high-risk suspects. The entire episode lasted from late November till mid-March --- three successive waves. To avoid putting others at risk and to help minimize the severity of any illness you might contract, you should stock up on at-home antigen tests for Covid-19, Gounder suggests. Thankful that I found this thread. The only thing is that COVID-19 spreads extremely quickly. Because I had a computer job, he was standing over me a lot and coughing on me. Back in L.A., I did some research about that, and apparently it was normal for that airlines (some kind of fumigant, which I wasn't happy about inhaling), but 2 days later, the Chinese officially announced their cases. R355, as youve posted on this thread 12 times I guess that makes you the dumbest ass of all. [quote] Nonetheless, the huge spike in deaths happened in April, not before. Amazon has Kirkland brand usually but it's sold out now, for obvious reasons. Maybe fixating on blood types is a pseudo-scientific dead end? So a super cold with symptoms identical to COVID-19 could actually be more of a super flu, as body aches, extreme exhaustion, fever and headaches are the symptoms which usually distinguish a flu from a cold. Body fluids had filled the room: Inside Australias grisliest job, Shaylas family speaks after desperate 48-hour search ended in a miracle, A $60 payment appeared in this Aussie mums bank account. While a spoonful of honey and a drop of fresh lemon juice wont rid your symptoms, they can offer some relief from a sore throat. Recovery is 10-14 days.". The Walkin' Dude. Day 20. I find it funny because the news was commenting on Trump receiving steroids for COVID and they were questioning whether his judgment might be questionable, I mean more questionable, on the steroids. [quote] Also suggest adding preferably raw garlic, onions, capsaicin - the active ingredient in chili peppers or use Louisiana hot sauce, as well as Tumeric and curry powder to your chicken or vegetable soup. by the time we got back, a lot of us were sick and had to go on anti-biotics. Don't risk complications. Lasted almost two weeks. There was a particular formulation of tetracycline that did degrade over time but that type is no longer sold. Do NOT go to a clinic and ask for antibiotics without a chest X Ray. There are lots of people going out, stores seem to have normal traffic. Cases of the "super cold" are continuing to spread throughout the UK, with millions of Britons experiencing classic symptoms of cold and flu despite winter coming to an end. But you know, it's a random world and she didn't listen to her body. The link below is to a ProPublica article but there are many articles in science related publications including the Harvard Health Letter about drug expiration dates. The first cases in the US are not the ones where people were first tested. At one time the coughing was so bad, I think I coughed up what looked like a piece of lung-tissue. even now, the testing is limited. I'm sure some adults get it but I associate it with little kids in grade school. Royal Australian College of General Practitioners chair and head of general practice at The University of Notre Dame, Dr Charlotte Hespe told 7NEWS.com.au about the differences between a cold and COVID, and what that means for those who fall ill. Outbreaks of the norovirus, which causes. Then too, I live with my brother, and he had it in between my two bouts. Finally, there is a symbiotic relationship between blood group expression and maturation of the gastrointestinal microbiome. Now its nigh impossible to get guaifenesin in an affordable medication. With so much COVID going around, theres no doubt that a vast majority of these infections are still going to be COVID.. Rest, fluids, hot teas and hot baths can all contribute to comfort and relief of symptoms. One of the reasons why chicken soup has always been proven to cure colds and related illnesses. I have elective surgery coming up in December, and I think theyre either going to end up cancelling it or I will. Yes, he should, R237. R351, thank you for your comment. Hack, gargle and blow your nose in the warm steaminess- get it all out. Couldn't sleep during the worst of it. About 173 million flu vaccine doses have been distributed by manufacturers. click ACCEPT. They like to be called ladies now, R131, not broads. Whether it came from the same source? Slight (but not high) fever. Hydration is essential to keep the body functioning at all times, but is especially important while youre battling an illness. Stay hydrated. It's the freakiest thing. R68, Mayo Clinic advocates warm liquid including chicken soup. Maybe there were, but they were attributed to regular Influenza. Had it two weeks ago. Could your sniffles be caused by COVID-19? So I've started taking my allergy medications. Last Spring, my sister said she had the worst flu she ever had in her life, and despite her doctor testing and determining that she had flu stain A, I still wonder if it was COVID. Yeah. It may help to elevate the head of your bed when you're sleeping, especially if you have chronic breathing issues. Well there seems to be another "cold" going around. I thought it was going away mid December , but after a few days it even felt worse. Dont be hard on yourself, R417. Wear a mask in public, clean grocery carts with sanitizers, wash your hands frequently and use hand sanitizer. After the second bout, I went to my PCP, embarrassed to be coming in for a damn COLD, but I was miserable. My friend's mother was only 56. I hope this was Covid-19 because I had it and I hope I got the antibody. Government health officials on Friday warned of an early and severe start to cold and flu season in the United States, saying they were closely monitoring hospital capacity and medical supplies and were ready to send help if needed. Lessons from past outbreaks can stop new epidemics in their tracks. Jesus fucking Christ, R118, everyone knows there is no cure for the common cold, but fuck, you are seriously invested in fighting a war with people who just want to feel better and who know that this is one component among several that make it easier to get through. He was right and I am beyond grateful. The medically accredited website Healthline said: Hot tea, water, chicken soup, and other liquids will keep you hydrated, especially if you have a fever. Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to essential fluids such as water or herbal tea is another way to soothe a sore throat, though there is little evidence to prove its effectiveness as a cure for other symptoms. 2021 Nov 9:NEJMoa2116298. [quote] w garlic, onions, capsaicin - the active ingredient in chili peppers or use Louisiana hot sauce, as well as Tumeric and curry powder to your chicken or vegetable soup. The NHS symptom, Celine Dion health: Star cancelled 16 shows due to spasms, Covid symptoms: Signs of a 'super cold' - GP, How a glass of orange juice can reduce inflammation, Kate Garraway marks daughter Darceys 16th birthday after tough week, Cheapest places to buy lateral flow test - top retail prices compared, New Omicron variant symptoms: XE variant mistaken for common cold. I had a relapse and treatment again in August. My mom also got the same symptoms, and I started her on the medication combo; but my visiting brother took her to Patient First, where they said no to those meds, take this antibiotic. doi: 10.1093/cid/ciab717. Slights lulls in the misery and then it would come roaring back. No runny nose. You really start to run down, trust me. Researchers in China have released a study (as yet not peer reviewed) that suggests those with blood type A are more susceptible to and likely to die from the virus that someone with blood type O. R179 I thought it was supposed to be type B? We had a bad cold go through our office in December 2019. cough. Try to have one daily. Some people are getting reinfected and for some, the second time is worse than the first. Thanks, R356. We are expected to be at the airport 6am Monday and at the client all week - even if violently ill. Are any of those first posters still around? My cold started the week b/f Thanksgiving also. But because of spraying and DL, I was hyper-aware of the pandemic and stocked up. ". I've barely been sick at all this year thankfully. From mid-December to mid-January, I was sick. All Rights Reserved. It was right before Thanksgiving. The benefits come from the gelatine, glucosamine and chondroitin contained within the tissues which are released into the broth and absorbed by our bodies. The 2020-2021 flu season was practically non-existent due to COVID-19 . "The same things we can do to prevent Covid are the same things that'll prevent other respiratory tract infections.". Yes R22, Boris came to America to infect us. My sister & I both slept & snuggled with her cat & were face to face with it. Flu vaccines are designed to protect against the four types of flu viruses that scientists expect to circulate that year. There wasnt a lot of mucus or post nasal drip otherwise. Also, I forgot to say, I had a horrible cough that was really the worst part of the whole illness. The Ontario Respiratory Pathogen Bulletin (ORPB) is a comprehensive, weekly summary of provincial respiratory pathogen activity. These symptoms can be . sore throat. Many have rushed to get tested as the virus shares similar symptoms to the. if you belonged the Costco they sell huge bottles of just guaifenesin and they're ridiculously cheap compared to Mucinex. These medications may hide the symptoms of COVID-19.Jan 5, 2022. 'As long as there are human beings around, there will be colds,' said Professor Eccles. Not the OTC flu medicine, or antibiotics, or even regular medicine. [quote] I had these symptom back around Thanksgiving. With the pandemic still ongoing, its going to be really important that people wear masks, Gordon says. When at the grocery store get the wipes before you get your cart and wipe the handle down. Even with a cold? [quote] As you see, you are unlikely to die from it, but people do. I've been laying in bed mostly. If youre sick with the flu, your doctor may prescribe antiviral drugs. Dont overlook the benefits of a humidifier, especially at night. R269 here. Try to avoid crowded indoor situations when possible, too. . An OTC like Nyquil has several ingredients that are potentially dangerous--so if you want the heavy leaded syrup, get a prescription medication because even cough syrup containing opiates is safer than that swill. But do stock up on supplies. Hot showers also feel really good. "If by two days after developing symptoms you're still not testing positive on those at-home tests, it's pretty unlikely you have Covid.". The spikes in viral illnesses have already begun to strain hospitals. According to a CDC update on May 6, 2022, at least 109 children in 25 states have been identified in the Unites States as part of the cluster of cases. Bah humbug. It helps loosen up those secretions and prevents drying and irritation of the linings your nose and throat, which worsen your cough. I remember that by the time this thread started, a Discord "friend" said he wasn't feeling very well, "If I don't show up it means I died lol". I used to laugh when my older relatives complained about getting a cold in their neck or other body parts. I went to Costco at 10:30 am yesterday and the parking lot was so crowded I just left. It's interesting (and sad) to read the early comments before information about the virus came outin January/February. I've never heard of that. There is going to be a lot of Thanksgiving traffic, shopping and holiday family events, and in the next few days and weeks, the infection rate will skyrocket. The same things we can do to prevent Covid are the same things that'll prevent other respiratory tract infections. Mister Know it All. Bone broth is packed full of nutrients - including gelatine, collagen and a host of vitamins and minerals - all of which are crucial to nourish the digestive system while fighting an infection. Feel fine now but it was awful. Clinical spectrum of SARS-CoV-2 infection and protection from symptomatic re-infection. Avoid crowds. R79, In Vegas and was so sick last year I couldn't swallow any liquid for over a week. There's another bug that's going around too - the Norovirus, a stomach bug that can cause vomiting and diarrhoea. The CDC also tracks flu vaccine data in special populations: 3. I'm taking one inhaler, Flovent, which is having no effect. Treatment approved in Europe to prevent RSV in infants could be coming to the US soon. Here are the most common symptoms associated with a summer cold: Sore or itchy throat Fever Coughing Sweating Runny nose Headaches Fatigue Body aches Treatments Same with the stupid fucks who believe in Jebus Cripe. The military world games were held in Wuhan in late October 2019. Watch the full Resource LIVE: The Curious Case of Surging Summer Sickness My chest was raw and hurt from constant coughing. Been a very, very long time since I was that ill. It helped her realize that if she shows up sick and does a bad job, it only exacerbates the situation and her illness, rather than if she stayed home to recuperate and came back feeling 100%. When it was cold I would wrap a scarf around my neck and bundle up. I still think it was similar to what I've heard described as Covid symptoms, but as I'm in the middle of the country and Covid was then unknown, that is unlikely. I feel like I'm experiencing the after effects of Covid. Warning chocolate lovers ultra-processed foods might make you depressed, study claims. Having had Covid, my feeling is that it was made in a lab and escaped. I'd like to go out and do a wee bit of shopping (I'm pretty well stocked up, but would like some fresh bread) , but I don't want to be treated like a leper should I cough.. He didn't accidentally have any early insight into CV19. Everytime I get a cold now, I have an extra hard time breathing. Hello. I got sick right after Thanksgiving. It's best to take time off from work until the worst of it is over. No nasal drip. doi: 10.1093/cid/ciaa1188. But my head clears when I lie down, and doing that no longer makes me cough. So sad. I'm hearing my brother in the next room coughing like crazy. R100 Soup helps because it's warm and comforting, and gives you some calories and hydratation. "Wearing a high-quality mask, whether it's a KN95 mask or an N95 mask, when you're indoors in public places, will certainly reduce your risk," says Gounder. Headache. Yes, R101, I got a flu shot about the end of October. R10 I don't know where you got your flu numbers from but they are wrong and far too low. Extra mitigation measures like social distancing, masking, and not going out for roughly a year have only delayed the inevitable. Charles is evicting Harry and Meghan from Frogmore Cottage 'so he can start after his Coronation with A royal princess at Eton? There is no effective vaccine to prevent colds, unlike flu. Its chilling to read back through the earlier posts and see symptoms (without runny nose/nasal issues) similar to covid19. Heres when you can see it, Rajwinder Singh charged with alleged murder of Toyah Cordingley, Rajwinder Singh arrives in Cairns where hes accused of killing Toyah, Woolies recalls popular meat over contamination fears in one state, Child abuse squad investigating after baby seriously injured at dog beach, the floodgates have opened to a myriad of pathogens, Less likely to have a loss of taste or smell. Rhinoviruses, which can cause roughly 50% of all common colds are spread easily in the Spring and Fall. R412, Yes, anyone can archive there. Updated It also went around work, but not 'everyone' got it. [quote] ], WebMD is only one of many sources praising chicken soup. So far in 2022, people aged 15-24 and children aged younger than 10 years have the highest . I'm a bit hesitant to go, because the Southwest seems to be ramping up in its Covid cases, and it's making me nervous. Many have rushed to get tested as the virus shares similar symptoms to the coronavirus - such as a sore throat, headaches, body aches, runny nose, and fatigue - but test results repeatedly come back as negative for Covid-19. Could not eat for days. The media has noticed these kinds of claims and basically pooh-pooed the idea that they could have been instances of the novel coronavirus, remarking that it cannot be verified. It's ruined my sleep. Were you tested for rabies? I'm leaning towards not going to Vegas, even though my trip is paid for. It's called the Beer Flu. I wouldnt take r109s word on anything considering where hes been spending his time. You can use a neti pot or other nasal rinsing device. I think Covid really did damage my lungs, because it never used to be that way. 40 50 1 6 weeks State CBSA 2022-23 Influenza Season Week 6 ending Feb 11, 2023 I posted last fall on this thread about a lingering cold. I'm curious about this because I had many of the symptoms include fatigue, tightness in the lungs and even something that looked like pink eye. The cough lasted 6 weeks and finally went away, I did NOT have a runny nose or anything nasal. If I was a betting man, I would bet on man made. What are some of the most common presenting symptoms of . They both hd coughs for over a month. Yes. Then I got pink eye, which is another symptom. Hopefully you go tits up in the night into hell, OP. Like flu and COVID-19, colds are also caused by viruses and can be passed to others.