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#MyCovidStory Since the start of the pandemic, i've been of the firm conviction that the fastest way to be free & feel normal was to follow Covid rules. For 13 months I was able to drive this point across and restrict movements of everyone including my 70+ year old father. (1/n)
By Jan 2021, the cases had fallen to an all time low but I remained sceptical and still followed and enforced Covid rules at home. On 31st of March, dad went out to a super crowded place called chickpet. I only came to know after he returned. I was shocked and scared. 2/n
But there wasn't much I could do. I was only praying God that he should not have brought the virus home. Meanwhile, I had scheduled hus vaccination at Aster RV on 5-April. All was well and no signs except that he had a little phlegm in his chest. 3/n
So I got him vaccinated on 5th Apr and by sheer chance, dropped off my kids to my brother in law's place for summer vacation. The day after vaccination, dad developed fever and after 4 more days of recurrent fever we got him tested. Meanwhile we had isolated him at home.4/n
Finally on the 12th, dad tested positive and we moved him to the nearest and the only hospital that had a bed. BU number was not generated by Bbmp but we knew that he needed hospitalization. Myself and wife isolated at home and
tested +ve 3 days later. 5/n
tested +ve 3 days later. 5/n
We too started our treatment at home quarantine and monitored dad remotely as he was administered oxygen and Remedesivir injections. Dad got discharged 7 days later and we moved him to a quarantine facility for one more week. Dad stabilized and is currently in quarantine. 6/n
Some learnings that came out of this experience.
1. Dad was vaccinated while he was infected already. However, I strongly believe that the first dose of vaccine played an important role in fighting the infection.
2. Both me and wife expected to tested negative but the virus 7/n
1. Dad was vaccinated while he was infected already. However, I strongly believe that the first dose of vaccine played an important role in fighting the infection.
2. Both me and wife expected to tested negative but the virus 7/n
is very contagious. Even as we took measures early on and had minimal masked contact with dad, we tested positive. So it spreads really fast.
3. Home remedies coupled with doctors advice help us fight the infection better. Being physically active as much as possible is good. 8/n
3. Home remedies coupled with doctors advice help us fight the infection better. Being physically active as much as possible is good. 8/n
Finally, I want to say that
1. Vaccination is effective and must be mandatory.
2. Masks, distancing and staying home are the most powerful tools.
3. Being mentally strong is extremely important. Prayers and meditation help you make clear and correct decisions. 9/n
1. Vaccination is effective and must be mandatory.
2. Masks, distancing and staying home are the most powerful tools.
3. Being mentally strong is extremely important. Prayers and meditation help you make clear and correct decisions. 9/n
And always remember....
