Kanin Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 Hi all, I'm at school and mildly freaking out. My nose was a tiny bit stuffed up when I left for work today. This is not unusual with the forced air heat at my house. But now, my nose has been runny since I got here and hour ago... like faucet-runny! Usually when I have any type of virus, a sore throat is the first sign that something is brewing, but I don't have a sore throat. I'm on super alert obviously, but this is definitely unusual. I don't feel sick at all though. I guess I'll go speak to the school nurse... 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 It can be, yes. Good luck! https://joinzoe.com/learn/omicron-symptoms 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 Oh no…. 😞 Keeping you in my thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 Or a cold, or the flu. That’s one of the things that makes this so hard at this point. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 8 minutes ago, TechWife said: Or a cold, or the flu. That’s one of the things that makes this so hard at this point. Yes! Or allergies! The weather has been doing a lot of quick-changes this year and it has been making people’s allergy symptoms way worse than usual! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faith-manor Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 Yes and also not. Sigh. This virus has too many symptoms. I will say though that if I get stuffed up from forced air heat, often when I unstuff, it is a crazy faucet because my body seems to think it had to make a gallon of mucus to counteract a small amount of stuffiness. It is maddening. Calm down body. A little stuffy is not the end of the universe. OP, I hope you don't have covid! Hugs 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted January 12, 2022 Author Share Posted January 12, 2022 Well, school nurse said she couldn't do a test because we really need to save them, and that a runny nose is a "low concern" symptom. Temp was 98.7. I told her that it's usually 97 something, but she wasn't worried. Back to sniffling! I could leave if I was really concerned, but I just don't know. Thanks for commiserating! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 (edited) Ugh! Honestly, I think she’s wrong but I know as a teacher you are in a lose-lose situation. 😞 Any chance you can take sick days tomorrow and Friday, giving you 5 days off with the holiday? Because whether it’s covid (all too probable) or a cold, stuck in a classroom with kids isn’t good for anyone. I hope you can take care of yourself! Sending you virtual soup and hugs. Edited January 12, 2022 by MEmama 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 I hope it's nothing, but I agree with @MEmama that if you don't feel back to normal tomorrow morning, I hope you will think about taking tomorrow and Friday off so you can recover. You've already set the wheels in motion by going to the nurse and letting her know you weren't feeling quite right, so take advantage of that tomorrow if you feel like you're coming down with something. Don't be a hero. Even if this turns out to be nothing more than a little cold, having a cold weakens your immune system and might make you more likely to catch Covid at work, so don't feel guilty about taking care of yourself! And if, heaven forbid, this is actually Covid, it's so important to make sure you don't let yourself get run down. Sending hugs and lots of hopeful thoughts that this will turn out to be nothing!!! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted January 12, 2022 Author Share Posted January 12, 2022 17 minutes ago, MEmama said: Honestly, I think she’s wrong but I know as a teacher you are in a lose-lose situation. 😞 Any chance you can take sick days tomorrow and Friday, giving you 5 days off with the holiday? Because whether it’s covid (all too probable) or a cold, stuck in a classroom with kids isn’t good for anyone. Yeah, I'm heading out! I have an easy afternoon anyway, so I don't even need coverage. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted January 12, 2022 Author Share Posted January 12, 2022 9 minutes ago, Catwoman said: I hope it's nothing, but I agree with @MEmama that if you don't feel back to normal tomorrow morning, I hope you will think about taking tomorrow and Friday off so you can recover. You've already set the wheels in motion by going to the nurse and letting her know you weren't feeling quite right, so take advantage of that tomorrow if you feel like you're coming down with something. Definitely! Luckily Friday is a no-students day, so it's no big deal to stay home. The annoying thing is that I feel fine, but this stupid nose is impossible! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 1 minute ago, Kanin said: Yeah, I'm heading out! I have an easy afternoon anyway, so I don't even need coverage. Good for you! Stay warm out there— brrr! I’m really glad to hear you can take it easy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 2 minutes ago, Kanin said: Definitely! Luckily Friday is a no-students day, so it's no big deal to stay home. The annoying thing is that I feel fine, but this stupid nose is impossible! I was just thinking about this, and I had a day last week where my nose was ridiculously runny, and I was starting to worry about it, too. I have no idea what it was, because I was much better the next day, so all I can figure was that it was from either something weird in the air or the dramatic weather changes we were having. I don't think I had any fever, but I didn't think to take my temperature, so I don't really know. My normal temperature is around 97-something, too, so I know how frustrating it is when people don't take it seriously when your temperatureisn't what other people would consider to be a "real fever." I hope you end up being fine, too!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted January 12, 2022 Author Share Posted January 12, 2022 At home, Binax negative.... will try again tomorrow. I got tests at Walgreens. Three boxes for $85, ugh. There were three women in line, and all three of us were buying Binax tests, and nothing more. It was spooky. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 23 minutes ago, Kanin said: At home, Binax negative.... will try again tomorrow. I got tests at Walgreens. Three boxes for $85, ugh. There were three women in line, and all three of us were buying Binax tests, and nothing more. It was spooky. Yay for the negative test but seriously, $85?! And yeah, that everyone was there just for tests sounds depressing. I think I read that insurance is going to start covering tests— not sure if that has started already but might be worth looking into. I’m furious that they are so expensive here. DS can get them for 3-4 euro at any grocery (well, when they are in stock). 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted January 12, 2022 Share Posted January 12, 2022 59 minutes ago, MEmama said: I think I read that insurance is going to start covering tests— not sure if that has started already but might be worth looking into. https://apnews.com/article/coronavirus-pandemic-business-health-cb49a8458f33a698c3a4f3b721835270 should start on Saturday. Will be interesting to see how that goes 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longtime Lurker Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 5 hours ago, Kassia said: https://apnews.com/article/coronavirus-pandemic-business-health-cb49a8458f33a698c3a4f3b721835270 should start on Saturday. Will be interesting to see how that goes Seems like it may make the shortage even worse... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 23 minutes ago, Longtime Lurker said: Seems like it may make the shortage even worse... yes, this could be a mess. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longtime Lurker Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 22 minutes ago, Kassia said: yes, this could be a mess. I think insurance covering the tests is a wonderful idea, but the timing may be tough. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 8 hours ago, Kanin said: At home, Binax negative.... will try again tomorrow. My son and daughter both had something with a runny nose that wouldn't quit. Both took several covid tests, all negative. Never got really sick, just the runny nose. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 Thinking about you this morning @Kanin . Any improvement? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted January 13, 2022 Author Share Posted January 13, 2022 46 minutes ago, MEmama said: Thinking about you this morning @Kanin . Any improvement? Yes! Nose just a tiny bit stuffy. Hoping no cough starts. So weird! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 Very weird! Do you have a humidifier? I finally bought one this winter and I’m finding it’s really helpful on my sinuses. Also, the kitties don’t get shocked anymore when we pet them. Lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted January 13, 2022 Author Share Posted January 13, 2022 17 minutes ago, MEmama said: Very weird! Do you have a humidifier? I finally bought one this winter and I’m finding it’s really helpful on my sinuses. Also, the kitties don’t get shocked anymore when we pet them. Lol I do have a humidifier... I should dig it out. LOL on shocking the kitties! I always feel so bad when that happens! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 Hope you feel better today! My mom’s first symptom was (is) a runny nose. She’s got sore throat and cough now, too, but it started with runny nose. She’s positive. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali in OR Posted January 13, 2022 Share Posted January 13, 2022 Also a teacher. You know, my nose is fine at home but something about being in the N95 makes it a little runny at school. Not like a water faucet though--just a little runnier. Maybe the pressure from the nose clip, maybe the increased humidity inside the mask. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted January 13, 2022 Author Share Posted January 13, 2022 24 minutes ago, Spryte said: Hope you feel better today! My mom’s first symptom was (is) a runny nose. She’s got sore throat and cough now, too, but it started with runny nose. She’s positive. Thanks, I will keep an eye out for more symptoms. Luckily I can just stay home until Monday, which is longer than our school quarantine period anyway. I might get a PCR just for peace of mind. Hope your mom gets through it quickly and easily! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted January 13, 2022 Author Share Posted January 13, 2022 13 minutes ago, Ali in OR said: Also a teacher. You know, my nose is fine at home but something about being in the N95 makes it a little runny at school. Not like a water faucet though--just a little runnier. Maybe the pressure from the nose clip, maybe the increased humidity inside the mask. I've noticed that, too. Yesterday my nose was running down my face onto my chin, all inside the mask. It was so disgusting! I couldn't handle it. I don't like the humidity inside the mask... but it would be great for someone with a chronically dry nose! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted January 14, 2022 Share Posted January 14, 2022 Just checking in…how are you feeling today, @Kanin? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted January 14, 2022 Author Share Posted January 14, 2022 4 hours ago, MEmama said: Just checking in…how are you feeling today, @Kanin? Thanks for checking in! I feel totally fine today. I'm not sure what mini-virus this was, but it was milder than a cold. So strange! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 1 hour ago, Kanin said: Thanks for checking in! I feel totally fine today. I'm not sure what mini-virus this was, but it was milder than a cold. So strange! I’m so glad! Yay for vaccines (if it was COVID)! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grace Hopper Posted January 15, 2022 Share Posted January 15, 2022 This popped up in my media today and reminded me of this thread… 2 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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