skygal3 0 #1 January 30, 2003 I suck at taking caring of myself because, well, I never get sick. My temp has been about or a little over 100 all day. My normal PCP is too far away and closing soon anyway..but when should I head to the ER?? See, I thought sleeping would take care of it. Now I am going to try the mid-afternoon coffee and fresh air thing. If all else fails..what's a girl to do? This suck. I am asking to be virtually taken care of. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #2 January 30, 2003 It could be nothing it could be something. You should go see a DR. You never knowGet well quick... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #3 January 30, 2003 I don't worry too much until it gets over 103. Are you taking Tylenol or anything to bring it down so you'll be more comfortable?She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nws01 0 #4 January 30, 2003 Just sleep it off. Go to the store and buy so Jack Daniels and Nyquil. Do a couple of shots of each and sleep it off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #5 January 30, 2003 Funny, I was talking about this very subject with a friend earlier this week. She told me that she'd been talking to an ER nurse who told her that these days they won't do anything for temperatures under 105. Take a couple Tylenol, drink lots of fluids (plain ol' water is best, coffee is bad), and if you're too uncomfortable take a cool bath or shower. Put on your most comfy pj's or sweats, throw a favorite movie in the VCR/DVD, grab a cozy blanket and curl up on the couch. Hope you feel better soon! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #6 January 30, 2003 Actually, a doctor told me that a warm bath is best because it still cools your temperature, but does not chill you. I tried it and it works. I'm not a doctor, but I have a white coat and am willing to help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,584 #7 January 30, 2003 Yeah, what they said. 100 is enough to stay home from work and still be able to enjoy the video and hot chocolate or hot toddy. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #8 January 30, 2003 Is it just a fever, or do you have other symptoms such as difficulty breathing? The only reason I ask, is that pneumonia has been spreading in the Northeast. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #9 January 30, 2003 hello, I usually go to the dr when it gets below 50* thats when I would normally get sick. not at 100..is it summer there. BWAAHHA 100 isnt so bad but if it persists you may need to get some of that PCP. just hope yours is better then mine about a month ago I couldnt sleep because my thorat waas closing up..lliterally. I had to look at the ceiling to breath. they said "we can find anything, try to get some sleep and see if you feel better in the morning" God I fukn hate those ppl. I usually have to be just about dead before I go to themMy photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #10 January 30, 2003 Thanks for all of the help. See, Bytch thats why i asked because my co-pay on ER visits is $100 and not worth it if they are going to send me home with Tylenol. Muenkel-my chest is killing me. I thought I had been exposed to chemicals at work on Monday because I was very ill feeling, then my nose started to bleed, which never happens. Tuesday it felt like heartburn in my chest and between yesterday and today has progressively gotten worse-tightness and pain in my chest, a horrid cough that makes me make the face because it rattles through my body and kills my head, and a sick feverish in the head feeling. Oh come on , you know the feeling. So yes my chest is very sore and congested. No runny nose though. Sorry to be so needy right now. I have no one to care for me. *current temp-101 on the digital. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #11 January 30, 2003 QuoteMuenkel-my chest is killing me. I thought I had been exposed to chemicals at work on Monday because I was very ill feeling, then my nose started to bleed, which never happens. Tuesday it felt like heartburn in my chest and between yesterday and today has progressively gotten worse-tightness and pain in my chest, a horrid cough that makes me make the face because it rattles through my body and kills my head, and a sick feverish in the head feeling. Oh come on , you know the feeling. So yes my chest is very sore and congested. No runny nose though. Kate, Call your doctor's office and ask them to have the doctor call you. If your doc is not on call, then another doc will call you. Tell the doc exactly what you just described. Those symptoms sound to me like they need medical attention. Good luck and let us know how you are doing. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lizzieb 0 #12 January 30, 2003 go to the doctor!!! that doesn't sound good at all... i hope you feel better soon! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #13 January 30, 2003 QuoteKate, Call your doctor's office and ask them to have the doctor call you. If your doc is not on call, then another doc will call you. Tell the doc exactly what you just described. Those symptoms sound to me like they need medical attention. I agree. It may or may not be anything serious, but you do need to talk to a doctor about it. Today. Like right now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #14 January 30, 2003 wow kate, you didnt tell us any of your symptoms... that does not sound cool! at least ASK a doctor wtf is going on! what kinda chemical do you work with? tell the dr what you do and what you think... 90% of the time the patient self daignoses themselves and the dr just agrees but he may have good info for you.My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TEB6363 0 #15 January 30, 2003 Call your DR. or go to an Everyday Health Care NOW..... A temp is one thing. What you describe is not a "little" cough... Once the plane takes off, you're gonna have to land - Might as well jump out!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #16 January 30, 2003 Kate, you silly girl, you should have told us all of those other symptoms in the first place! I hope you've called a doctor by now.She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mouth 0 #17 January 30, 2003 Since she really doesn't need another mother I'll just chime in and say....What they said....go to the DR or at least call NOW. Something is going around because out of 25 kids in a class I have an average of 10 out of each class for the week. My oldest stayed home today with a fever, headache, cough, hard to breath stuff today. The DR says it is airborn so it is easily spread. Hope you will soon be feeling better. -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #18 January 30, 2003 Quote then my nose started to bleed, which never happens Ummmm.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeemax 0 #19 January 31, 2003 are you at a doctors yet?Phoenix Fly - High performance wingsuits for skydiving and BASE Performance Designs - Simply brilliant canopies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #20 January 31, 2003 Thanks for the thoughts and the pm's guys. That was very sweet of you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #21 January 31, 2003 Quote Thanks for the thoughts and the pm's guys. That was very sweet of you I was sending you telepathic messages through the special PPG frequency. Did you get those too? ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygal3 0 #22 January 31, 2003 Quote Quote Thanks for the thoughts and the pm's guys. That was very sweet of you I was sending you telepathic messages through the special PPG frequency. Did you get those too? yeah. thanks for caring about me.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mujie96 0 #23 January 31, 2003 But how ARE you? Did you call someone? Hope you feel better Just keep swimming...just keep swimming.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freefallfreak 0 #24 January 31, 2003 Quoteyou may need to get some of that PCP. just hope yours is better then mine Dude...lol...are you trying to tell us something?? FFF A hard on doesn't count as Personal Growth. "Upon seeing the shadow of a pigeon, one must resist the urge to look up." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybeergodd 0 #25 January 31, 2003 Hey Skygal...I'd definitly go see your doctor ASAP or go to the ER if he can't see you. If your temp is continuing to rise after tylenol and with the chest symptoms youe describing, there is a possiblity that you can have a form of baterial pnuemonia . I've worked as a paramedic for 12 years and worked in ERs for several of those years. Even if it isn't pnuemonia they can give meds that will make you much more comfortable. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
