The Prepping Thread - A Newer Beginning ;)

cornishchick

I read that the PTB have told GP's not to prescribe paracetamol and Ibuprofen for pain for some reason, I can't remember what.. so it will be getting harder to buy as a knock-on effect.

boultdj

Cost, it's cheaper to buy it over the counter than on script.

CCW007

There was an article about not prescribing pain relief where chronic pain cannot be attributed to injury or a medical condition but to prescribe antidepressants, psychological therapy or acupuncture instead.  From the BBC.

euronorris

We had quite a stock of paracetemol and ibuprofen already, some of which we have used here and there. So have already been topping up a bit anyway. I haven't had any issues adding one of each to my order, and picked up one of each in boots also (who had plenty by the way if anyone is struggling).

I have steri strips after slicing my finger open last year. Its surprisingly easy to cut your finger while chopping potatoes. One little slip was all it took.

On a different note. Make sure you have a plunger or some kind of toilet unblocking tool in your possession. *barf* 

Karmacat

GreyQueen said:

   Thank you for your good wishes. I’m very tired and sore, resting lots. Physio to do etc. My family are having to quarantine with me t for two weeks post surgery as it would go very badly if I got Covid now with a raised risk of death.

Good to hear you're safe and resting lots, GQ, sorry you're so sore.  I hope it doesn't take too long before your body starts to heal well.

Hobsons_Choice

I have paracetamol on prescription and asked the GP to take it off my repeat scripts because it's  easy to buy over the counter (and cheaper) and I didn't want to put an extra strain on the NHS finances. She said she would leave it on so that they can keep track of what I'm taking.  I only take a couple a day when necessary. You can't win!  (I just don't apply for them via prescription now I buy over the counter as and when needed, so it was pointless). 

elaine241

Hello all
V worrying that medicines maybe in short supply post Brexit. I did notice in Lidl this week there were no Ibuprofen available except the branded expensive stuff. I have built up a good stock of both paracetamol and ibuprofen plus cold and flu meds. I will need to go through and check for any gaps.
I seem to have taken a turn for the worse regarding my virus. This is the fourth week I have been unwell and now I have a tight chest, cough, shortness of breath, aching and general exhaustion. The doctor put me on antibiotics ( which I v rarely take) and now is putting me on another course. I know they are no good for viral symptoms but they are just making sure it is not bacterial pneumonia. Speaking to the doctor she thinks I had Covid despite two negative tests. Part of me thinks well at least I have had it but I may not have any long term immunity. 

ivyleaf

Oh dear, Elaine, I was wondering how you were and am sorry it's not better news 

DigForVictory

If it’s any consolation, we’re not in Beirut. Miword what a bang & a mess, and Covid to boot. (Suddenly that virus is protecting us from foreign hazards?!)

greenbee

elaine241 said:

Hello all
V worrying that medicines maybe in short supply post Brexit. I did notice in Lidl this week there were no Ibuprofen available except the branded expensive stuff. I have built up a good stock of both paracetamol and ibuprofen plus cold and flu meds. I will need to go through and check for any gaps.
I seem to have taken a turn for the worse regarding my virus. This is the fourth week I have been unwell and now I have a tight chest, cough, shortness of breath, aching and general exhaustion. The doctor put me on antibiotics ( which I v rarely take) and now is putting me on another course. I know they are no good for viral symptoms but they are just making sure it is not bacterial pneumonia. Speaking to the doctor she thinks I had Covid despite two negative tests. Part of me thinks well at least I have had it but I may not have any long term immunity. 

This is what I had too - with antibiotics in case of secondary infection due to continued spiking temperature after a month. I had the doxycycline/amoxicillin combo which was horrible. I then stopped taking my temperature as soon as I had two days of normal readings and have avoided doing so since. Picked up around week 6 with just odd bouts of fatigue, then crashed majorly at 18 weeks. Apparently the 35-50 year old age group are the ones who are predominantly getting it this way. Mild/manageable initial symptoms but ongoing issues with symptoms that are difficult to explain - bloods are fine, lungs are fine, ECG is fine despite chest pains and weird HR issues. We’re being warned not to exercise, to rest and to eat a varied diet - in my case I’ve been specifically told to go back to low carb. My only identified issue is low calcium which I am addressing through diet. I’m also continuing vit D and Vit C supplementation in medical advice but knocking off the iron.

I’d thoroughly recommend taking the resting advice seriously. I think my crash (and that of others from what I’m hearing through the support groups) is down to deciding I was better and not resting enough. As someone said, people used to convalesce after things like TB, glandular fever or even flu. PM me if you have any questions.

Oh - and up the fermented foods to help with the antibiotic recovery too!