coronvirus

[gradyjackjacob]

My husband has just received a text saying he has coronvirus,we both need to self isolate for two weeks but do i need to get a test even though i have no symtoms.

[KittyJ]

No you don’t need to get a test, here’s a link explaining it 😊

gov.uk/guidance/nhs-test-an...

[gradyjackjacob in reply to KittyJ]

Thank you for your reply

[Mmrr]

No test required, just the self isolation.

I hope you both have mild signs and symptoms and are reasonably well.

[gradyjackjacob in reply to Mmrr]

Thanks for your reply.

[helixhelix]

Did your husband have a test? And does he have symptoms? As if you are much more vulnerable than him you perhaps need to take extra care. A bit late now for him to isolate from you, but a few precautions could be worth it.

[gradyjackjacob in reply to helixhelix]

Yes he did have a test.He has a cough but last week worked with someone who had the virus.I,ll be taking as many precautions as possible.Many thanks for your reply.

[Empress30]

I think it's a good idea to get tested.

[gradyjackjacob]

I rang my doctor and was told if i havent got symtoms then i don,t need to be tested,i must only isolate for ten days.There,s so much conflicting advise it,s no wonder it,s spreading.Many thanks.

[Pulfs]

Sorry to hear your hubby has virus and you have to isolate. You only need test if you get symptoms.

My hubby and I were chosen at random to take part in an Oxford laboratory research into covid. We are tested at home each week and are asked questions about our week for 4wks then monthly after that. 3wks in and 2 tests back which are negative. Atleast we know we are clear so far.

Hope you stay well x

[gradyjackjacob in reply to Pulfs]

Thankfully at the moment he only has a tight chest,i,m staying away from him as much aspossible.Thank you for your reply