Monday morning, I thought I just had a simple cold. When I’d taken a Covid test on Sunday, it had been negative. However, the longer I sat in my office on Monday, the worse I felt. The last time I’d felt this way, I’d had Covid, so when I got home, I took another test. It came back positive, though the control line was barely visible, so I took it again. It was very clear that it was positive. Therefore, I’m quarantined at home with Covid. I barely slept last night, but I’m not feeling quite as bad as I was. However, I’m still congested and I no longer have a sense of smell, which is an odd sensation considering I normally have an acute sense of smell. I can still taste things, but it’s like the flavors are muted. I saw the online doctor that is provided by my insurance hoping to get a prescription for Paxlovid, only I found out that Paxlovid interacts with Qulipta, my migraine medicine. So, I’m treating the cough and congestion with other medications, but I can’t take Paxlovid because the two medicines together cause liver damage, and I already have issues with my liver (not from alcohol consumption, by the way, because I rarely drink alcohol). Hopefully, I’ll continue to improve, and right now I’m going back to bed in hopes of getting more sleep.
Joe
The Closet Professor 
October 16th, 2024 at 11:46 am
I hope you feel better very soon. Somehow, I’ve escaped COVID, but most relatives and a bunch of friends have had it. From what I understand it is nothing to mess around with. Adjustments have had to be made to some of my meds over the years too, which is usually addressed by a specialist. I’m fortunate that I’ve seen all my providers in person as some things really can’t be done well strictly over the phone or someone I’ve never met. Will a specialist see you in person?
October 16th, 2024 at 12:14 pm
I talked to my regular doctor. He gave me instructions for what to do. I’m improving without the Paxlovid, so I think it will be fine.
October 16th, 2024 at 12:48 pm
I’ve had Covid twice…my advice, REST.
October 16th, 2024 at 3:24 pm
I had covid twice too. Yes, rest is essential together with lots of fluids such as hot honey and lemon. After a week or so at home they were over.
What is more annoying is long covid. It’s not infectious but so far there is no cure for the chesty breathing and fatigue. Mine comes and goes.