Help to curb my anxiety...

[FifLove]

Good morning, I don’t post often, but am looking for a bit of support. Haven’t been feeling well with very bad headaches for over a week, followed by fatigue and body aches, and now a bit of nausea and diarrhea (sorry if oversharing). No fever, no loss of taste or loss of smell. I know I’m depressed, anxious, stressed, and have back issues causing chronic pain, but I’m worried about it being covid. Going for a test at noon, my first one, and I’m so anxious my teeth are chattering. (Social anxiety is not helping either). Not only worried about the test itself (yuck), but if positive, the havoc it will cause in finding a way to totally isolate from my family, logistically speaking. I’m probably just letting my anxiety overtake me, as I’m only out of the house about once a week to the supermarket or pharmacy. I don’t see friends or family and haven’t for months. My husband works but was tested negative just Wednesday. If not for my adult kids living with me, I’d just isolate until feeling better, but I’m petrified to pass it to them if it’s covid. Just want the time to pass already, so I can hopefully have a negative result and then my anxiety will decrease 🥺🙏

[Hidden]

Sending positive thoughts for a negative result your way. Take some deep breaths and try not to worry about the "what ifs". Easier said than done, I know. Remember that you don't know yet. If it does come back positive you will deal with it then; until then there isn't much you can do.

[FifLove in reply to Hidden]

Thank you. I just saw that this test is not a rapid test and results will take 2-3 days. I thought I’d get relief from this anxiety today. It’s difficult to get a test here, so there’s no other choice🥺

[Hidden in reply to FifLove]

You're welcome. It took that long to get my results as well (was tested about a couple months ago).The person who tested me could tell I was nervous, so she walked me through it. Remember to breathe. They will do a nostril poke that does not feel good. The trick there is to breathe through your mouth. Do you have a stress ball? Or anything you can squeeze? If so, take that with you.

[FifLove in reply to Hidden]

I’ve had two children and some tough surgeries, why am I so nervous about this!?! 😂 One of the links they provided on the confirmation email says that I must collect the sample myself 😱. It’s a CVS drive thru site. Not sure if that’s better or worse.

[Hidden in reply to FifLove]

Really??? Never heard of collecting the sample yourself (but then, I'm not in the States). We can't control what we get nervous about, so don't beat yourself up.🙂

[FifLove in reply to Hidden]

I should take my husband with me. Sure he’d have no problem doing it😂 Sorry, I joke when nervous. Going to start getting ready and just go a bit early.

[Hidden in reply to FifLove]

I joke when nervous too!! I'm actually trying to search my brain for a MinnieMouse joke for you, but can't find one.Ok, good luck to you!👍 Remember to breathe!

[FifLove in reply to Hidden]

Thx. The support on this site is a godsend.

[Hidden in reply to FifLove]

Ooh, I just thought of something! Ok, this requires music, so bring your phone (or better yet, do you have a stereo you can attach to the roof of your car?). Find the Rocky theme song and blast away. If anyone asks, just mention covid and they'll understand.

[FifLove in reply to Hidden]

😂😂😂😂

[Hidden in reply to FifLove]

Glad I could be of service🤪

[FifLove in reply to Hidden]

You really have! I’ll keep you posted😊

[Hidden in reply to FifLove]

Yes, please do.

[FifLove in reply to Hidden]

All done. Wasn’t so bad, just a bit uncomfortable. Now the wait...Feel better it’s done though!

[Hidden in reply to FifLove]

Thanks for the update.😊 I'm glad that it's done! Just remember that you don't yet know if you have it. Take one thing at a time. Drink plenty of fluids and get some rest. It is up to you whether you want to update me once the results come in.

[FifLove in reply to Hidden]

I will let you know. I thank you again for helping get me through this morning. While waiting for the test I had Eye of the Tiger running through my mind!

[Hidden in reply to FifLove]

You're very welcome! That's a good one.Have a good day! I'm off to bed soon.

[FifLove in reply to Hidden]

Test came back negative 😊

[Hidden in reply to FifLove]

YAY!!!!!!!!! Thanks for letting me know!!