MORE people are affected by Covid in Australia than ever before. For most people recovering at home is the best option for care, unless seriously unwell and requiring urgent medical treatment. But what does it mean to manage Covid at home?
After recently contracting the virus myself, along with my fiancée and our two children, managing the symptoms at home have been challenging, but overall, it was manageable. It can be an incredibly stressful time finding out you have COVID-19 and not knowing what to expect, so watching the symptoms and understanding when you may need to get help is important.
Mild symptoms include headaches, feeling more tired than usual, a dry cough, aches and pains, sore throat, runny or blocked nose and loss of appetite or nausea. A person with mild symptoms should be able to speak full sentences and move about the house without becoming breathless.
Rest, drinking plenty of water, eating healthy food and taking medications as discussed with your doctor or pharmacist will also assist in the recovery. Do not be afraid to ask for help, people are compassionate and when you’re isolated at home and can’t leave, something is bound to pop up that you may need.
If by any means you feel that yours or the person or people you are caring for have symptoms that are worsening, contact your GP as soon as possible to discuss. As with any illness, even if you’re feeling well or slightly unwell, it is important to watch the symptoms.
For more information on managing COVID-19 at home please visit coronavirus.vic.gov.au
