viral infection

[Redrum46]

keep getting viral infections I hav bronchitis witch is not to good

[Patk1]

Get well soon.have u put a specimen in to make sure it's not bacterial? I use viral blockers sprays whn among people,at drs,hospital etc too - coldzyme throat spray + vicks first defence nasal spray

[Redrum46 in reply to Patk1]

thank you patk I will ask about spray I’m waiting for appointment for changing to a hospital near me my infection was viral nothing in mucus but iv never been this bad in years

[PaperQueen in reply to Redrum46]

I do sympathise Redrum. Infections generally seem to be worse this year, so much going around. I too have been bad since the end of September and had all sorts of tests and they all come back negative. Doesn't change how I feel though. Do hope you have better luck than me in getting help for whatever it is. Roll on warm dry weather! Sally xx

[leo60]

Hello! With lung disease, you really need to try to stay away from people with an infection. I avoid being in the same space as a lot of people, especially in the winter, when infection rates are high.

Good luck xx

[Redrum46 in reply to leo60]

Yes you are right but I work in a shop by myself and I do keep a screen up on counter with a small part not covered so I can pass things to customers one customer started coughing it went right in my face pretty certain it’s haw I got it

[leo60 in reply to Redrum46]

Ah! Not so easy then! Xx

[Redrum46 in reply to leo60]

thanks Leo I will do better this year and keep a way as much as possible I’m still of work but need to go back hopefully in a week time or I will have no business but you are right we have to keep safe

[leo60 in reply to Redrum46]

I hope it works out for you xx

[Redrum46 in reply to leo60]

thanks yes you

[Gloria_L]

A well fitted FFP3 mask when you are sharing breathing space with other people will protect you from airborne infections. Also, increase ventilation where you can (eg open windows). Costly but useful: CO2 monitor to check indoor air quality will give you an indication of the likely concentration of airborne pathogens and help you decide how best to mitigate against the risk. HEPA filters are also a useful tool to fight airborne infections (eg when household members are ill). Good luck and best wishes for a better respiratory health.

[PW_R]

It’s soul destroying to know that respiratory viruses are slowing killing us, and destroying our mental health. Of course sending our ocd into overdrive also. I wish I didn’t have progressive lung disease at 40 years of age.

[Redrum46 in reply to PW_R]

try not to worry to mutch I v been bad since childhood had operation at 13 and I’m still hear nearly 80 Look after yourself keep away from smoking and drink plenty of of water get all the jabs that affect your lungs x