Day in the life of a Doctor: Coronavirus Part 2

TL;DR

Mike shares his experience getting tested for COVID-19, discussing symptoms, risk factors, and the testing process.

Transcript

hey what's up guys it's Maddy here so we weren't really planning to post this video today Mike was feeling a little bit iffy about posting it since HIPPA and he wanted to keep his personal medical information confidential but after some deliberation we thought that this video might be pretty helpful for you guys a little insight on what it's like t... Read More

Key Insights

• 🙈 Digestive symptoms can be early signs of COVID-19, as seen in a study from China.
• 🧑‍🏭 Risk factors, such as exposure to patients, recent travel, and living with healthcare workers, can lead to COVID-19 testing.
• ❓ The testing process involves a nasal swab and can cause some discomfort.
• 🏆 Test results for COVID-19 may take up to a week to receive, but faster tests are being developed.
• 👋 Good hygiene practices, such as handwashing, and following home isolation instructions are crucial in preventing the spread of COVID-19.
• 👨‍🎨 Pain medication, such as acetaminophen, is recommended for relief of symptoms, but ibuprofen should be avoided.
• ℹ️ It is important to stay updated with reliable sources of information, such as the County of Los Angeles Public Health Department.

Questions & Answers

Q: What were Mike's symptoms that led him to get tested for COVID-19?

Mike experienced digestive symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain, along with low-grade fevers and fatigue.

Q: Why did Mike's chief recommend getting tested for COVID-19?

Mike's chief was concerned due to his exposure to patients in the hospital, his recent trip to Asia, and living with healthcare workers.

Q: What was the testing process like for Mike?

The testing process involved a nurse using a long swab to swirl in Mike's nose for about five seconds, causing some discomfort.

Q: When will Mike receive his test results?

Mike was informed that it would take about a week to receive his test results, but there are new FDA-approved tests that provide results in less than an hour.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Mike and Maddy share their personal experience of Mike getting tested for COVID-19, using bananas as makeshift face masks.

• Mike discusses his symptoms, including digestive issues, fevers, and fatigue, and the risk factors that led to his testing.

• Mike describes the testing process, which involved a swab in the nose, and the waiting period for test results.