My hubby got a Covid19 test yesterday. He went into the hosp. Fri. because of chest pain. He's

[napi21]

still in the Cardiac Monitoring unit but MAY come home today. They gave him a rapid test when he first got there Fri. but did the nose one yesterday. He said "It felt like they were sticking it all the way to my brain!" He's not really a baby for stuff like that, so this test must really pretty rough. We're both in our late 70's so we've been staying at home, but for groceries, ever since. Hope I dont have to get tested until they find an easier way.

[JCMach1]

1. Only time I ever wish cardio monitoring for someone! but yes, Covid pneumonia IS that bad...

[Nevilledog]

2. I hope everything turns out okay.

[secondwind]

3. Yes, it's quite painful. I had to have this done in order to be able

to enter the Dominican Republic in June. A very unpleasant experience.

The test results came back one day late, and I was subjected to ANOTHER. I wouldn’t wish this on anybody. The swab is a reliable of getting the best information. The one “good” thing about it is that it’s fairly quick. Good luck!

[58Sunliner]

4. I hope he is ok.

[samnsara]

5. my husband got one of those in April prior to surgery..i filmed it!

..I mentioned on DU how awful it looked and i got a 'grow up' response. I hope your hubby feels better and comes home soon. These times are scary for all of us..(((hugs)))

[The empressof all]

6. It's quick...and not really as bad as you anticipate

I had one a few months ago. It certainly wasn't fun but it didn't hurt but more weird and uncomfortable. It lasts less than a minute. I'm pretty much a baby about anything invasive and cry at blood draws. This wasn't as bad as that. It really is very quick.

[safeinOhio]

7. Tested 4 times, all negative.

For me, not any pain. A little irritating, but not painful.
I was really worried about a surgery last week and had found excuses not to have it for years. Had it last Friday and never felt a thing. Butt surgery is never fun, but it turned out fine. Took one pain pill when I got home and turned out I didn't need it. Now have a stash if needed.

Best of luck to hubby.

[Leith]

8. Sending good vibes and best wishes

for everything you are going through.