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DH is positive

ElCy
ElCy Member Posts: 151
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On top of everything else, DH tested positive for Covid last night. This might have contributed to his double incontinence and confusion. I know he has a sore throat and is starting to have a little trouble catching is breath. I told the staff to be vigilant as he is a heart and cancer patient.I’m still visiting twice a day. So far, I’m not sick. The past week, when I arrive in the morning, he’s been soaked in urine or poop. He won’t wear pull-ups. Don’t know what I’ll find this morning.

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  • RCT
    RCT Member Posts: 54
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    My DH is still at home but he is just recovering from Covid…he did have a lot of confusion and experienced incontinence at the very beginning of being sick and usually has no issues. So Covid may be making things worse or not the usual. I feel for you and pray that he is better soon. And fingers crossed that you stay healthy!
  • mrahope
    mrahope Member Posts: 530
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    OMG!  So, so sorry to hear this.  It is the last thing either of you needed.

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DH = Dear Husband
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