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I had a severe case of covid the first week of last November. I was very ill and had to be hospitalized for 10 days. I am a 7 yr recipient of a deceased donor’s kidney. I was so thankful the Lord protected my kidney. I ended up with pneumonia so breathing was very difficult. I was treated with some oxygen, steroids and Vicodin. My chest was very painful snd it hurt to breathe. I had to have visiting nurses and visiting PTs for a month. I needed a walker to get around for at least 3 months, possibly more. I’m not sure. It took me quite awhile to feel normal again. I still use the seat on my walker frequently for for when I cook and do my hair. I’m 72 but don’t act my age. Even though I think I’m doing quite well, I do still have brain fog and can get winded easily. I don’t let it get me down though because I’m so thankful I got through it. I still have natural immunity so I have not gotten vaccinated. I also have neuropathy and do want to stir up my nerves any more than they are. So far my drs have agreed with me, especially my hematologist.

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My Dr said the most effective battle lines against Covid-19 are the same after infection as before. Assess your current level of wellness and work to improve it. Look at your patterns in areas of eating, exercising, and sleeping. Take steps to address any deficiencies in those areas but be gentle with yourself and consult your physician before you get started. Here’s what’s helped in my case. I don’t eat meat and avoid canned food other than soup, tuna and baked beans. I tune into the PBS program canned “Sit & Be Fit” for minimal exercise and stretching. I limit my activities after dark so I can wind down before sleeping. As a retiree, I have very little in-person contact with others so I’m not exposed to the virus much anymore. One year ago I had a quite an ordeal with Covid and really believed I was going to die. My brother and two of my neighbors died from it. I’m so thankful to have survived and to know that you have too !