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Have you been tested?

Topdolla

Ok so I have been showing symptoms for 3 weeks and just got tested today I will know the results in the next 48hrs I pray that I don't have it

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bren2001

ReginaldSmythV wrote: »

They need to get rid of that part as soon as possible. GP’s hold too much sway at the best of times here, but this really is no time for them having control.

I went through DDoc on Tuesday but couldn't be referred through this service. The reasoning given to me was that my GP would handle any post-care in relation to a positive (or negative) test and was the reason why only they can request the test. Seems logical to me.

Anything4883

Most testing negative, waste of tests? no?
I assume a fever is an absolute sure symptom.
Are people looking to be tested with just a cough?

bren2001

Anything4883 wrote: »

Most testing negative, waste of tests? no?
I assume a fever is an absolute sure symptom.
Are people looking to be tested with just a cough?

I was referred with just a cough. I have not had a fever. I didn't *look* to be referred but did think it was prudent to contact my GP.

bennyl10

bren2001 wrote: »

I was referred with just a cough. I have not had a fever. I didn't *look* to be referred but did think it was prudent to contact my GP.

As was I, still awaiting a test, but when I phoned to get an appointment for my chest, and advised my partner had been in Rome 3 weeks ago, it was recommended I be put forward for a test.

To the poster above People aren’t being granted a test by asking for one

Sam Hain

bren2001 wrote: »

I was referred with just a cough. I have not had a fever. I didn't *look* to be referred but did think it was prudent to contact my GP.

You had a cough and no other symptoms. If you hadn't travelled or been in contact with a confirmed case then your act was not prudent but a waste of our healthcare personnels time and resources.

Kilboor

Sam Hain wrote: »

You had a cough and no other symptoms. If you hadn't travelled or been in contact with a confirmed case then your act was not prudent but a waste of our healthcare personnels time and resources.

And if it comes back positive what will you say?

JP Liz V1

amadangomor wrote: »

For your own sake would be better to know as you would have some immunity and you wouldn't have to wonder whether you can still contract it or not.

Can you contract it twice?

Cork Boy 53

JP Liz V1 wrote: »

Can you contract it twice?

Unsure at this stage.

[Deleted User]

JP Liz V1 wrote: »

Can you contract it twice?

Anyone says that they know the answer to that is lying.

bren2001

Sam Hain wrote: »

You had a cough and no other symptoms. If you hadn't travelled or been in contact with a confirmed case then your act was not prudent but a waste of our healthcare personnels time and resources.

My GP seems to disagree with you and referred me for testing. My sister who is working in ICU seems to disagree with you and is the one who advised me to call the GP. I called DDoc on Tuesday and a different doctor seemed to think I required a test and advised my GP to refer me. I wasted nobodies time and followed the HSE advice on the matter. 3 separate medical professionals deem that I require a test. All are aware of the exact symptoms I was experiencing. I think I'll listen to them over you.

Secondly, how the fcuk would I know if I was in contact with a confirmed case? What's the difference between a confirmed case and non-confirmed case in terms of risks towards me?

Akrasia

My wife has been sick since Monday last week, high fever and coughing, she has asthma, on Saturday she got put on the list for a test' was told 1 to 2 days, was called back on Monday as they were trying to cut down on the length of the list, doctor saidvtgwy were leaving her on the list but didn't know when she would get tested.

Hopefully soon
We're based in Clare

CymbaltaMan

laurah591 wrote: »

Did you get results?

Finally got my results today - Negative! This time

Why do I say this time?

I work in a hospital and will have interaction with virus carriers

Harika

CymbaltaMan wrote: »

Finally got my results today - Negative! This time

Why do I say this time?

I work in a hospital and will have interaction with virus carriers

Did you get a call or text? Still waiting for a test for my child.

Sam Hain

bren2001 wrote: »

My GP seems to disagree with you and referred me for testing. My sister who is working in ICU seems to disagree with you and is the one who advised me to call the GP. I called DDoc on Tuesday and a different doctor seemed to think I required a test and advised my GP to refer me. I wasted nobodies time and followed the HSE advice on the matter. 3 separate medical professionals deem that I require a test. All are aware of the exact symptoms I was experiencing. I think I'll listen to them over you.

Secondly, how the fcuk would I know if I was in contact with a confirmed case? What's the difference between a confirmed case and non-confirmed case in terms of risks towards me?

Enlighten me with what your symptoms were that 3 medical professionals, your sister included,deemed you to require a test. it must have been more than the cough you mentioned.

Sam Hain

Akrasia wrote: »

My wife has been sick since Monday last week, high fever and coughing, she has asthma, on Saturday she got put on the list for a test' was told 1 to 2 days, was called back on Monday as they were trying to cut down on the length of the list, doctor saidvtgwy were leaving her on the list but didn't know when she would get tested.

Hopefully soon
We're based in Clare

Is that where Dr. Saidvtgwy is based?

bren2001

Sam Hain wrote: »

Enlighten me with what your symptoms were that 3 medical professionals, your sister included,deemed you to require a test. it must have been more than the cough you mentioned.

A cough, a dry cough to be specific. No shortness of breath, no fever, nothing else. Personally think it's overkill myself but its not my decision to make. I've self isolated since as per the GPs advice. I meet the criteria to be tested, simple as.

uncle_sam_ie

I had a cough, mild fever and sore throat. I doubt I have it but, I got tested Wednesday. I work in a nursing home and the risks for the residents is too great. So my doctor told me to stay away and arranged a tested.

smeal

Sam Hain wrote: »

You had a cough and no other symptoms. If you hadn't travelled or been in contact with a confirmed case then your act was not prudent but a waste of our healthcare personnels time and resources.

There are people with no symptoms testing positive. This person’s GP was proactive in referring them for a test.

ja1986

CymbaltaMan wrote: »

Finally got my results today - Negative! This time

Why do I say this time?

I work in a hospital and will have interaction with virus carriers

Brilliant that's great so far. Did they ring or text. I had a test Monday and haven't heard anything yet x

timhenn

Can you get put on a testing centre waiting list local to you if your doctor is based in another county?

[Deleted User]

How doesn’t the whole process work anyway? I gathered that you phone the HSE number, so where does the GP get involved?

timhenn

ReginaldSmythV wrote: »

How doesn’t the whole process work anyway? I gathered that you phone the HSE number, so where does the GP get involved?

Are you not meant to call your gp?

[Deleted User]

timhenn wrote: »

Are you not meant to call your gp?

A few people told me not to if I had symptoms. There was some 1850 (or similar) HSE number to phone first. Maybe they contact the GP but I don’t know how they decide because presumably they don’t want you to go in and they surely won’t be coming out. Might just need to talk to them at the right time.

uncle_sam_ie

ReginaldSmythV wrote: »

How doesn’t the whole process work anyway? I gathered that you phone the HSE number, so where does the GP get involved?

I called my GP she asked me questions and then put me into the sytem. I got a text the next day with info on the time and where to go. Drove up and waited in my car for my turn to go in to get swabbed.

bren2001

ReginaldSmythV wrote: »

A few people told me not to if I had symptoms. There was some 1850 (or similar) HSE number to phone first. Maybe they contact the GP but I don’t know how they decide because presumably they don’t want you to go in and they surely won’t be coming out.

Call your GP and they do a consultation over the phone. They then refer you using an online system.

smallgarden

timhenn wrote: »

Can you get put on a testing centre waiting list local to you if your doctor is based in another county?

Yes

[Deleted User]

bren2001 wrote: »

Call your GP and they do a consultation over the phone. They then refer you using an online system.

That really is a new one on me. I can’t find the number now but I was sure I’d seen numerous places to ring some HSE line.

There’s not a snowballs chance I’d get through to my GP anyway so I hope to Christ I don’t get symptoms. That changes a lot and adds a load more worry.

ja1986

ReginaldSmythV wrote: »

That really is a new one on me. I can’t find the number now but I was sure I’d seen numerous places to ring some HSE line.

There’s not a snowballs chance I’d get through to my GP anyway so I hope to Christ I don’t get symptoms. That changes a lot and adds a load more worry.

They changed the guidelines aswell on Monday that GPs can refer you now too.

[Deleted User]

ja1986 wrote: »

They changed the guidelines aswell on Monday that GPs can refer you now too.

So is there still a HSE number that you can ring as well as this? I’d rather the authorities instructing my GP to make contact (or at least not ignore me) rather than just leaving it up to the doctor themselves.

ja1986

ReginaldSmythV wrote: »

So is there still a HSE number that you can ring as well as this? I’d rather the authorities instructing my GP to make contact (or at least not ignore me) rather than just leaving it up to the doctor themselves.

Yes the hse number is still going.