Have you ever gotten really sick while being totally alone?

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How did you handle it?

Lynx122 · Accepted Answer

One time I pinched a nerve in my spine and I could hardly move for 3 days. That was when I just got kicked out from my moms place I was living alone for the first time. At first I felt like maybe I should call an ambulance or something. But then I just lay there. There were people around in that place but in those 3 days it was just a coincidence that nobody came by so I was completely alone but I got better slowly so it was alright. When it first happened it was a bit scary though. One time I slightly sprained my ankle when I was jogging alone in the forrest too but I could still walk home it just took me a long time. Those are the only two situations I can remember.

imtiaz45 · Accepted Answer

Yes, being really sick while totally alone can be an isolating and challenging experience. When you are unwell without anyone to assist, simple tasks like getting food, staying hydrated, or even reaching for medication can become daunting. The lack of support can amplify feelings of vulnerability and anxiety. It's crucial to have a plan in place for such situations, like having easy-to-make meals, essential medicines, and a way to contact friends, family, or medical professionals for help. Being prepared can make a significant difference in managing illness when alone.  read

sage2021 · Accepted Answer

I got very sick 🤢 from the COVID-19 vaccine 💉. I was all alone. I just laid in bed so sick for 5 days. I just laid there alone and suffered through it.
I couldn't eat either.

Now it's been so long it's all kind of a blur. I don't even remember going to the bathroom or drinking anything. Maybe I didn't 🤷🏼‍♀️

PBandJ_Nerd · Accepted Answer

I live with parents but last I was sick I ended up laying in bed and try to sleep. I first had a sore throat and then a cold & cough. I got it from someone at church but no clue who. But I remember laying down in bed because I was dizzy and stuff.

IslaTheWitch · Answer

I'm never alone :) it's a good thing about having family and friends around as much as I hate it something I appreciate their presence

RingOfFire · Answer

Yes I did. I was about 23 and homeless living in my car. I had broken up with my girlfriend and left the house where we were living. I was basically living on the streets for several months and didn't have anything I was eating practically nothing but white bread and water.

I was sleeping in the mountains wrapped up in a coat at night in freezing weather and snow. I got seriously sick and wasn't even sure I was going to make it.

I somehow drove to the house where I had lived with my girlfriend and collapsed on the doorstep. She heard me and came to the door and found me groggy and almost passed out.

She rushed me to the hospital where they took care of me for a couple of days and then took me back to her house where I couldn't get out of bed for about 3 weeks. She made all my meals and took care of me that whole time. She saved my life.

DeeDeeDeVour · Answer

Food poisoning and terrible flu with very high fever while travelling alone overseas.

I wasn't totally alone since I stayed in a hotel that had a large staff.

However, I quarantined myself in my hotel room for several more days & nights, only to ask the hotel staff to help me with my food and meds requirements.

molonski2 · Answer

Yes , and at this time , feeling sick , I don't want anyone around , it's probably extremely contagious, I feel like shit , I just want to get though it , last thing I need is someone fussing around making everything worse , I want just the quickest recovery possible.

Paul_in_Indy · Answer

I was very sick while backpacking alone. I was stuck in a wilderness camp -thankfully a wet camp- for three days, and I had to stumble out to the trailhead without no food left. It was unpleasant…but I was never really worried I would die. I totally understand how a serious illness when alone could threaten to panic one.

Mr_twoface · Answer

When I was among first batch of Swedes who got Covid. Flew in from Asia and passengers onboard the Qatar flight got sick and was rushed to hospital upon landing in Doha. Onboard the flight to Stockholm, I got shivers and coughed a lot. Went to the flat and for a week had 40+ fever in combination with all covid symptoms and diarrhoea. Was totally alone for initial 5 days before called paramedics and got tested.

MikeTheBartender · Answer

Yep a few times. Just laid down in misery. I always have canned soup in case on hand. That would have been my meals. Otherwise I just remember being in pain and miserable. I don't like people around when I'm sick anyway.

Anonymous · Answer

My whole life... both of my parents work so even when I was sick I generally took care of myself from a very early age.

Living on my own after 18 ... I even took care of some college and university friends while they were sick both guys and girls but I never got anybody for me even if I was terribly sick. After so many years you learn to take care of yourself.. cook for yourself and manage other chores. I never had a girlfriend so don't know how does it feel to be taken care of, but life goes on. At the end of the day, you have to take care of yourself.

However, I am incredibly smart and that helps a lot. Even though I am not a doctor but I do have knowledge of most medicines and bodies, probably more than a lot of doctors and I do read research journals.

I got admission to study medicine before but choose to study physics instead.

Bricealan · Answer

Called a neighbor, asked him to take me to the emergency room, and messaged my brother in Atlanta

altaboy · Answer

Yeah, I had Norwalk virus I think, or maybe food poisoning. I slept by the toilet and kept a bucket close by too. It was a miserable and scary weekend. I started thinking I should phone for an ambulance, but I fell asleep and when I woke up, the nausea began to pass. It took 3 days.

sheikalana · Answer

Yes, I went to the hospital to get a medical prescription.

NathanDavis · Answer

I live by myself, mostly...  but if I were to get REALLY sick, I would not be alone, no... I am never really totally alone anyway

exitseven · Answer

Yes, i got food poisoning just before i got an a plane. I was sick during the whole flight. Sick as a dog. Fortunately I got bumped up to first class so i just curled up in a ball and wrapped myself up in a blanket.

Anonymous · Answer

Yes. My Heavenly father guided me on what to do after I regained consciousness.

Razp_Sorbet · Answer

The one and only time I got covid my partner was out of town for a court case. Was so horrible, he said he can come back to take care of me but I didn't want him to miss out on the opportunity.

bolverk · Answer

Yes, I've got really sick a couple of times, and as I'm single I have to take care of myself, to make things easier to cope I have batch cooked soups and stews and frozen in individual portions that can be easily heated as needed.

DryGermanGuy · Answer

Yeah, somewhat, years ago with mushroom poisoning. 12 hours of vomiting liters and liters of mineral water, a unique experience.

MicahRaine · Answer

Yeah I have. Worst part too is that I was a store manager at the time and my regional manager had to come cover the 50 hour work week I'd scheduled for myself lol

MaaikeVG · Answer

By sick, you mean mentally unwell, like lonely?

Kind of. My solitude and independence ran its course. Now I am with the sweetest and most interesting guy there is, and I promise to stick with him forever. ♥️🥰

KrakenAttackin · Answer

Several times. You just have to self-rescue.

HaleyWalker · Answer

Most of the time yeah because I'm not allowed to go out I just have to stay in my room

CuriousMufuxka · Answer

Actually for me quite the opposite. The times when I was totally alone were the greatest reflections of what I was doing wrong in my life and the solitude to figure out how to fix myself.

Sasquach · Answer

Sort of I got a massive laceration on a mountain bike trail. I just called 911 tho, I'm sure your emergency # would come through for you too

msc545 · Answer

Yes I have and I had to take care of myself because there was nobody else to do it. Fortunately for me I know how to do that.

elaphe · Answer

It depends how you define "really sick." I was never deathly ill, but I have had nasty flu bugs.

Blueeyes81 · Answer

Yep. I just try to sleep and manage as best I can.

handsomelad70 · Answer

Not that I can remember. I was in my assisted living facility when I had my Apr.2021 stroke.

LaurenM1997 · Answer

That’s me rn 🫤

Fireguy17 · Answer

Ya, I just get over it. It happens, I'm an adult.

DrPepper12 · Answer

Yeah. Flu. Sucked. 0/10

Grond21 · Answer

I have. I just had to take care of myself

Sonorous · Answer

nope

OddBeMe · Answer

Usually passed out.

eagle1951 · Answer

yeah Covid

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