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COVID-19 Coronavirus and Lung Health: What can you do?

Posted by Merry, Alumni Mentor @merpreb, Mar 1, 2020

Good morning- I have hesitated to post anything about this new and dangerous group of viruses because I am certainly not qualified to discuss any science. And certainly not about genetics and viruses. But I can discuss how we can lessen our fears, be as prepared as we can and very simply if we get it, what do we do?

First of all the COVID-19 is the name for many similar viruses. It's not just one. It is believed to have started by bat guana in Wuhan, China. Wuhan is the very large capital of Central China’s Hubei province. It is a commercial center divided by the Yangtze and Han rivers. This virus spread very quickly, perhaps like the flu. And because of travel. it is spreading throughout the world, and it is here in America. This is a group of very dangerous viruses has the potential to kill and has. Many of us with breathing problems must be very diligent to protect ourselves as much as we can.

You can help protect yourself by doing these things:

Keep your hands clean. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Cover your cough and sneezes to keep germs from spreading to others. Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces routinely. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay home when you are sick.

If you have these symptoms please see a doctor: Fever, Cough, Shortness of breath

I know that a lot of us have at least two of these symptoms already. So if your shortness of breath or your coughs become worse and you feel ill then it is time to seek medical help.

Here are several sites that have addressed the Coronavirus for more information.

If you know of anyone who is ill please stay away from them. Passing along the facts about this group of viruses is the best that you can do to help others avoid getting ill.

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Post-COVID Recovery & COVID-19 Support Group.

rdt4 | @rdt4 | Mar 7, 2020

yes, it is very scary. I Have no spleen, colitis and COPD AND FEEL LIKE A SITTING DUCK. I now wear an N95 mask when I go out. I know they said most people don;t wear them correctly and take them off and on and if you are not fitted properly it does not do much good, but it makes it possible for me to go out right now. I hope everyone stays safe and wash your hands...

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JK | @contentandwell | Mar 7, 2020

Just watching the news and the CDC is recommending that older people and people with other conditions stay from crowded places, including church services. They also mentioned crowded stores and malls but at this time of the year the stores are not crowded. I may start doing my supermarket shopping late in the evening when the store is fairly empty too.
JK

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spudmato | @spudmato | Mar 7, 2020
In reply to @alamogal635 "@merpreb It is a hot topic and I am NOT trying to debate with you. Just..." + (show)
@alamogal635

@merpreb It is a hot topic and I am NOT trying to debate with you. Just saying what I"m doing. Have. CT scan coming up in a week--it's been a year--and I"m scared waiting for what the results will say. Guess I might be overreacting. Know I'm am no debater, and not an expert. Stay safe.

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Not likely you can skip the scan; I have COP +. I have a chest x ray due, and don't relish the thought of going to the hospital for it, or the follow up with my lung doctor. I have my cardiologist the same morning. It's like walking in the rain and trying to stay dry.

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spudmato | @spudmato | Mar 7, 2020
In reply to @merpreb "@alamogal635- Stopped everything. I am now an inside person along with my inside husband and inside..." + (show)
@merpreb

@alamogal635- Stopped everything. I am now an inside person along with my inside husband and inside cat!

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Like it.

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Mar 7, 2020
In reply to @alamogal635 "@merpreb It is a hot topic and I am NOT trying to debate with you. Just..." + (show)
@alamogal635

@merpreb It is a hot topic and I am NOT trying to debate with you. Just saying what I"m doing. Have. CT scan coming up in a week--it's been a year--and I"m scared waiting for what the results will say. Guess I might be overreacting. Know I'm am no debater, and not an expert. Stay safe.

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@alamogal635- I know what you mean about being scared before a CT scan. I get scared about 2 weeks out! Please let me know how you make out!

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Mar 7, 2020
In reply to @spudmato "Not likely you can skip the scan; I have COP +. I have a chest x..." + (show)
@spudmato

Not likely you can skip the scan; I have COP +. I have a chest x ray due, and don't relish the thought of going to the hospital for it, or the follow up with my lung doctor. I have my cardiologist the same morning. It's like walking in the rain and trying to stay dry.

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@spudmato- I'm thinking of canceling a colonoscopy in a week.

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JK | @contentandwell | Mar 7, 2020
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@merpreb

@spudmato- I'm thinking of canceling a colonoscopy in a week.

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@merpreb. I would use any excuse to get out of a colonoscopy! When they said I should get another in either 5 or 10 years, I forget which, I felt like saying “catch me if you can”. The prep makes me so sick it’s horrible.
JK

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spudmato | @spudmato | Mar 7, 2020
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@merpreb

@spudmato- I'm thinking of canceling a colonoscopy in a week.

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Merry,
My guess is that if you expressed your concerns, your doctor would delay the colonoscopy 'till the summer. I expect that you should go forward with the procedure at the appropriate time.
John

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Mar 7, 2020

@spudmato - My appointment was made way before this virus hit the US. I probably should have said postponed. Thank you.

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Merry, Alumni Mentor | @merpreb | Mar 7, 2020

Good afternoon everyone; In case you all missed this, This is the best and most practical info I have seen on coronavirus.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/~/media/934B29A088B146D2AA7D41AB02EA12EE

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