blsvlo Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I have flu like symptoms with a cough and burning chest. Laying flat my heart is racing (even on my beta blocker) and hurting so bad I almost feel like I am dieing.... I really rather stay in my own bed but I also don't want to be too stubborn that it could cause me my life.... I also have MS.. any advice for me?? hugs, Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs. Burschman Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Better safe than sorry. I keep hearing that if you have underlying chronic medical conditions, the flu can be a bigger deal. I think you'd better get yourself to your doctor.Sorry! I REALLY hate visiting the doctor, so I understand your hesitation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blsvlo Posted September 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I have flu like symptoms with a cough and burning chest. Laying flat my heart is racing (even on my beta blocker) and hurting so bad I almost feel like I am dieing.... I really rather stay in my own bed but I also don't want to be too stubborn that it could cause me my life.... I also have MS.. any advice for me?? hugs, LisaI forgot to mention I have POTS..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erik Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 That sounds miserable. If such severe symptoms, especially when laying down is far from ordinary for you, I think I'd play it safe and see if a doc can help. At the very least, do you have somebody with you to assist with care & transportation? Of course, I guess the "stay hydrated" message goes two-fold with a flu with POTS. Are you getting any relief from anything, laying in different positions, reclining rather than laying flat, I don't know what else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
worththewords Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Do you have a fever? I would suggest going to the doctor and getting a nasal swab test for the flu. They can only give you medication in the first 48 hours of onset of symptoms. My husband and I just got over the swine flu. He is perfectly healthy and it hit him really hard! I have POTS and I am pregnant but I only got a mild version, thankfully! We were both put on anti-virals and we are all better now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broken_Shell Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Lisabeth,Are you still there? How are you feeling? Any change or improvement in your symptoms? Have you been in contact with your doctor?~ Broken_Shell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelissaCrystal Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 If you have a fever or any signs of dehydration from not being able to keep liquids down, you should go. Sickly people, or young and old, who die from flu die from dehydration or fevers when they get the flu. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxine Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 HUGSSo sorry to hear your dealing with a virus on top of your other health problems.I would see the doc, and also request a chest x-ray if you suspect lung involvement, or feel congestion/tightness.You can't really take any chances with this flu season.Maxine :0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramakentesh Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 I had the flu recently and my symptoms disappeared completely - weird eh?Yeah get it checked out - at least call your POTS doctor - increase your hydration and try to stay calm and relaxed (ride it out in other words). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blsvlo Posted September 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 Thanks for all the responses....... You guys are so supportive...... I did get with my POTS doc and he upped my deta blocker just to keep my heart under control! I did work through it and stayed pretty much in bed. I do feel better today but I will be watching myself for possible pneumonia... Hugs to all, Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marni4u Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 Hope you're feeling better--take care of yourself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erik Posted October 1, 2009 Report Share Posted October 1, 2009 Glad to hear that. I certainly hope the worst is past and that no pneumonia develops. Fingers crossed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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