What have I got this time?

milkloss

Member

Livestock Farmer

Location

East Sussex

• Jun 9, 2018

• #1

seem to be permanently ill nowadays and I’ve got a new bug I’d like some help identifying!

A week ago it started with a raging cold, sore nose but not so much throat, a cough that I couldn’t get anything up but it wasn’t dry. Felt like I was going to die sat night with pain all down my ribs one side and a raging temp of 39c.
Been coughing stuff up and pain went on mon, snorting green out of my nose even today as well as the cough.

Last nigh though : itchy rash all over, not too distinctive but just looked like sunburn. Mainly on back, sides, arms and chest. This morning my faces is swollen!

What are we talking? Chicken pox, Scarlett fever, hand and foot (had this six months ago though)
I’m getting better I think but would be interested too know, I believe @Old Boar might be experienced in these things

 

Chasingmytail

Member

Location

Newport, SE Wales

• Jun 10, 2018

• #2

Crikey Id be going to the Dr. Could be infection especially with rash.

 

spin cycle

Member

Location

north norfolk

• Jun 10, 2018

• #3

get to the gp....in the meantime me old mucca....

 

milkloss

Member

Livestock Farmer

Location

East Sussex

• Jun 10, 2018

• #4

Thanks all. Scarlett fever possibly according to the doc. Got some antibiotics (possibly the fifth scrip this year!) just in case. It’s better today but still have itchy legs and palms.

 

Princess Pooper

Member

Location

East Mids

• Jun 11, 2018

• #5

Glad GP seems to have got you a diagnosis. However, if you are constantly succumbing to infections of various sorts, perhaps your immune system is supressed? Have you had any bloods to check your cell counts (unless you already know your immune system is weak due to other reasons).

 

Badshot

Member

Location

Kent

• Jun 11, 2018

• #6

Oh the joys of young children in the house.
When they grow up and fly the nest you will feel better, IF you survive that long of course

 

Chasingmytail

Member

Location

Newport, SE Wales

• Jun 11, 2018

• #7

Saying that the only thing we caught from children was the odd stomach bug. I wouldn't say either of us were unwell for periods of time and the knock on effects of antibiotics aren't good. Doesn't it take 6 months for the microbiome to recover after popping pills? Start watching your diet get more fermented foods and less white carbs. Make sure the house isn't overly cleaned and take out all cleaning products that arnt necessary. I cant remember the children picking up everything either perhaps they need to roll in some muck and get someone dirt under their nails. Stay strong

 

ollie989898

Member

Location

Hanging from a twig, in a deep sleep.

• Jun 19, 2018

• #8

If you are getting ill that often I'm surprised they have not asked for a blood test.

 

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Pond digger

Never Forgotten

Honorary Member

Location

East Yorkshire

• Jun 20, 2018

• #9

Badshot said:

Oh the joys of young children in the house.
When they grow up and fly the nest you will feel better, IF you survive that long of course

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Hmmm, then they send you the Grandchildren.

 

Pieces_of_Eight

Member

• Jul 11, 2018

• #10

My wife is a teacher and is always bringing bugs & lurgies when she gets run down, usually towards the end of term (just in time for her holidays)

 

Old Boar

Member

Location

West Wales

• Jul 11, 2018

• #11

You usually start with a sore throat for Scarlet Fever as it is a bacterial infection that usually follows a sore throat. I would go for some blood tests and ask for a full range, just to be sure it is not something else. There are a couple of other things that mimic the flushing skin, so get yourself checked.

 

milkloss

Member

Livestock Farmer

Location

East Sussex

• Jul 12, 2018

• #12

Old Boar said:

You usually start with a sore throat for Scarlet Fever as it is a bacterial infection that usually follows a sore throat. I would go for some blood tests and ask for a full range, just to be sure it is not something else. There are a couple of other things that mimic the flushing skin, so get yourself checked.

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Thanks OB, all long cleared up now thankfully. Took maybe three days after the start of ab’s for the itchy to go but still felt rubbish for a while.

I remember a few years ago I had orf on my thumb and got a very similar rash a some sort of secondary infection.