HELP HELP HELP!

[Meyer_Gdmnx]

I just coughed and I’m completely freaking out my chest feels tight with pressure I’ve been staying inside for as long as possible only going out to shop and for my dads funeral in London which was on the 18th of March I’m just so so so so frightened covid is all I think about day and nighy I’ve had a sore throat and stuff for a few weeks now I’m just so so so scared my dad died under a month ago and it feels like I’m going to die soon to (just to be clear as I have seen some confusion due to my panicked typing of this my father passed from MDS complications)

[Lynl]

I’m so sorry to hear of your dads passing, was it from covid 19? Or something else?

Everyone is freaking out and I have health anxiety and so does my son and I’m up checking things to see if I have symptoms. Look up the symptoms. Common symptoms are fever , dry cough, low energy, shortness of breath,

If you have any significant symptoms get a test done. And in the meantime gargle warm salt water, drink warm teas and plenty of water , not cold. Cover with mask and wash hands and sanitize all objects . Car door, door knobs, light switches, faucets and sinks. Keep clean and clothes clean. You are probably just fine and worried like we all are , rest is best to stay healthy, and eat healthy. Prayers for you and family keep in touch snd again I’m so sorry about your dad

[Meyer_Gdmnx in reply to Lynl]

Thank you for your reply it was very helpful and it meant a lot I should of made that clear sorry no he passed from MDS complications as well as a stage 4 cancer growth in his liver

[Lynl in reply to Meyer_Gdmnx]

I’m sorry, I just read this message now, snd again so sorry about your dad. How are you doing? Are you feeling better about things and all that’s happening in the world? I hate it and just trying to find things to do , even going for a ride. I’m starting to hear hopeful words on the news , but they say to stay strong and don’t go do whatever you want , we still need to abide by what our governor says. I’m in Ohio. But I’m hearing Georgia opened up the beaches ! That’s so wrong! People will definitely not be safe doing that. I don’t know if you live south but please don’t do that. Be safe stay in touch snd let me know how you are😊

[Hidden]

Okay Sweety, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad and I completed understand you are scared..what you need to do is get tested..call your doctor as soon as you can to get an order to get a test. It's best to get tested so you know if it's a cold or Coronovirus. The grieving process, stress and loss you are going through can present you with so much anxiety that affects you physically...you must get tested soon to rule out coronovirus. If negative we know it's either a cold or anxiety.. anxiety has lots of effects on the body but first priority is getting a test to make sure your cough and tightening of your chest is not Coronovirus. That will get you treated quickly and present us with what you need to do next. If negative then we should chat about anxiety and grieving, which I'm no stranger to. Please make sure your washing your hands, sanitizing and doing what you need to do to stay as healthy as possible. We are all here for you...please check in here as much as you need to for support. Try and do some anxiety reducing activities... meditation, reading, deep breathing, TV, connecting with friends by texting or calling, keeping busy in your home..I'm thinking of you and please let me know how you are doing...relaxing will help you although I do know it's tough..that's why we are all here for each other...

With the sad loss of your dad, I suggest letting your feelings out and not holding back..taking care of yourself is important in going through the grieving process..I lost a brother tragically in an Motorcycle accident with my cousin. We all grieve differently and I can help you and be here for you as much as you want. The grieving process takes a lot out of you...take care of YOU 🤗..self care is very important not just while grieving but all the time for all of us..we tend to put ourselves last and we should be putting ourselves first.

Much Love ❤️🙏 and my blessings to you at the loss of your dad.

[Hidden]

Go get a test, dr. What are you waiting for. It could most likely not be the virus, but you have to make sure. Go now as soon as you get up ,now today❤️

[Meyer_Gdmnx in reply to Hidden]

Thank you for your reply it was very helpful unfortunately in the U.K testing is not readily available to the public we are just told to isolate vid we think we have it

[Junella]

You are going through some very difficult times--grief and a sick world. Your symptoms sound quite normal for this kind of trauma. But, of course, you should get tested. or at least take your temperature frequently. When my mother died I felt the same kind of dread--it's part of who we are. Take especially good care of yourself now with adequate sleep, exercise if you are able, lots of fruits and vegetables in your diet. Have a spiritual life--you are loved. Remember this will pass with time.

[Junella]

I forgot to mention to practice deep breathing 20 min a day at least and when needed. Write down positive things that have happened in your life. Did you get counseling or medication?

You may find some solace from reading self-books. Not everything will apply to you but you can get some ideas.