Newbie here. I've just tested postitive for covid.

[Daffy123]

I have asthma and I've just tested positive for covid. I was born 2 months premature and my lungs have always been a bit vulnerable.

Do I just wait and see how it goes before speaking to my GP. I premsume so. It's a worry, as symptoms as just starting.

My last vaccination was about this time last year. I've had all the vacinations they've offered up to date. I wish they'd got the lastest round of vaccinations done, as I might have avoided.

Can anyone offer sensible re-assurance to an asthmatic who's a bit concerned.

Thank you.

[Bevvy]

Hi welcome to the forum. I hope your Covid symptoms remain mild. It has been shown that asthmatics are at no greater risk from Covid than anyone else. It is doubtful you would get viral medication on grounds of asthma. If you think you are eligible you need to contact gp or 111 now! They need to be taken within first few days of Covid infection, but mostly it is people with immune issues that are being prescribed. IF you become really unwell gp may prescribe you other medications to help such as steroids…

NB the Covid vaccine does not stop you getting Covid. It’s aim is to reduce the illness severity and reduce need for hospital treatment. Current version of Covid on the whole is less severe for those without serious underlying health issues. Hope this reassures you a bit.

Hope you feeling much better soon.

[Daffy123 in reply to Bevvy]

Thank you for your reasurring post.

[Clematisa1]

I would phone the helpline on the government covid test site and get up to date information on what to do. @Daffy123

[Daffy123 in reply to Clematisa1]

I'll consider doing that. Thank you.

[Mandevilla]

I found that post-vaccination Covid wasn't too bad in itself, but it did make my asthma flare up, so with my GPs agreement, I increased my inhaler until things calmed back down again.

I did ring the Asthma UK helpline when I started to feel breathless as I wasn't sure if it was Covid or asthma. They were really helpful and reassuring. If you are worried, I would suggest giving them a call for advice.

[Daffy123 in reply to Mandevilla]

Thank you for your reply. I'm sitting in a house on my own, so it's easy to get a little anxious. I have got someone I can facetime. I did report it on the nhs app.

[Chip_y2kuk]

as an asthmatic that's had 4 covid jabs and covid twice what I can tell you is that the cough is bloody awful and it affects everyone differently we would put money on me being the sicker one... however my partner was the sickest of us all (us and 2 kids).. felt dizzy, weak and exhausted

We did all have coughs and we did all know we where unwell (to varying degrees) .. bit tired and such

I did end up with a chest infection and needed antibiotics and steroids both times

So hopefully it will be mild and you will just require a bit of rest and plenty of fluids

[Daffy123 in reply to Chip_y2kuk]

Thank you. Everyones replies are really appreciated.

[VJBelle]

Hope you’re feeling better soon, I’m a severe asthmatic on biologic therapy and have had Covid twice. Both times I was contacted by the Covid medication unit and they arranged infusions of antibodies at a hospital. Keep an eye on your peak flow and if you can oxygen levels and contact your GP if you’re worried. Take care 🥰

[Daffy123 in reply to VJBelle]

I'm embarrassed to say I don't remember what is a dangerous level with the peak flow meter. I don't use it much. (I'm aged 56 and 5.5 )I'm normally get around 400-410 but the best I'm getting at the moment is 350. I tried to find a chart. I was given a note with the details, but I can't find it.

[VJBelle in reply to Daffy123]

Hi, this might help to give you some guidance.

asthma.org.uk/advice/manage...

I know mine went down to 100 from a usual 490 at the worst. Xxxx

[Daffy123 in reply to VJBelle]

Thank you for the link. 100 sounds terribly low.

[VJBelle in reply to Daffy123]

yes it was horrendous but thankfully picked up with medication. Xx

[Birthday60]

I tested positive last week and registered it on the NHS website - amazed to have been contacted the next day and offered the intravenous anti viral treatment!!! Totally negative on day 7 !!! Don’t wait

[Daffy123 in reply to Birthday60]

I registed with the nhs on the day I tested postitive. I hope my GP does offer something, but they are so busy.

[Birthday60 in reply to Daffy123]

it’s not your GP . It’s NHS England who responds once you register your positive test

[Birthday60]

I had my 5th vaccination on 8 October and promptly caught covid 5 days later!!! Luckily was offered the intravenous anti viral due to oral steroid use. Don’t fret / keep warm and eat well

[Daffy123 in reply to Birthday60]

What a shame that your vacination hadn't the chance to protect you fully.