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Don't remember ever in so much agony with a cold. Probably because I'm older and have arthritis. When I was young there were a lot of people around - older people. I was there to help out. Now I find myself facing poor health and old age basically alone.

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Mailslinger

we’ve had the sickness in our home for 2 weeks. It’s terrible. Aches and congestion and chills. Hang in there.!!

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CatsandCheese in reply toMailslinger

Yes. Pain in joints and arms and legs. Freezing under five blankets. Congestion, cough... Hit like a ton of bricks.

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Arymretep

Ive been the same , in bed most of the weekend with a cold and a flare up of fibromyalgia , youre right when you’re older it’s so much harder to get over these things, hope you feel better soon.

Sounds awful. Stay hydrated and test for covid if you can. Sending healing vibes 🪷

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Rufus07

I hope you get well soon🙂

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fauxartist

It could be that RSV or a milder covid strain too....lot's of nasty stuff going around that seems like a cold, but has a bit more kick to it. Feel better soon...lots of liquid, and chicken soup, and Vit. C. with Zinc for your immune system to fight this thing off.

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