Pleurisy

[Marcella12]

I was diognosed with pleurisy yesterday and with all the questions covering coved I forgot to ask if I am allowed out. When I got my prescription I asked the pharmacy, they said yes. But lately they have been making mistakes so I'm not sure. Am I or am I not. This is the 5th time of having pleurisy over the years.

[Badbessie]

Personally I would self isolate until your symptoms are gone. Having one chest problem to deal with is enough. I would reduce the risk of catching the virus to the minimum. Technically yes you could go out but being a safety first person if would not do it.

[sassy59]

I’d stay home. Is there anyone who can shop for you?

Stay safe and feel better. Xxx

[Marcella12 in reply to sassy59]

I'm worried about my 93 year old mum, has I am an only child and sole support for her. She has dementia, partially blind and deaf. One of my daughters lives in Birmingham and we are in Manchester my other daughter lives close and has children.

[sassy59 in reply to Marcella12]

Does mum live close by? Can you get in touch with her GP and local council. She should qualify for some sort of help.

Thinking of you and hope you get the help you need. Xxxx

[Marcella12 in reply to sassy59]

Thanks. Yes she lives around the corner from me.

[Hidden in reply to Marcella12]

Hi Marcella

I agree with what other have said here.

Regarding your mother - contact her GP and Adult Care through your local council website explain the urgency of the situation.

Hope you are feeling better soon.

[Patsy164]

Hi Marcella I think you would probably want to isolate with an infection as you don't want to get worse and get pneumonia. Hopefully you have people around you to help with your shopping and medication. Wishing you better. xx

[Jamesmum]

I personally would advise home isolation. The last thing you need whilst feeling extra poorly is coming into contact with Covid... I know it's difficult but I would definitely not leave anything to chance.

Thinking of you xx