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Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

Hi, I have just joined. I have a few mental illnesses, but am especially interested in hearing if there are any diagnosed germophobes or people with hoarding disorder on these forums?

I don't know any germophobes in real life, and would be interested to know how any of you pre-Corona germophobes are doing. Can you find enough sanitiser? If not, what are you using instead? Has your germophobia gone sky-high in this pandemic? Do you find it less or more lonely now that nearly everyone is a self-confessed germophobe?

My germophobia is quite bad - I can't have anyone in my house, and need lots of sanitiser when I go out. E.g. I use it after leaving my house and before I get in the car; again before I touch the steering wheel, again after touching my purse, again before putting my seat belt on, etc. I am struggling to find enough sanitiser. If I run out, I was thinking about diluting some disinfectant and putting it into an old water bottle to take out with me. I had one really bad panic lasting 3 days that was debilitating, due to COVID-19, but after that thankfully my germophobia came back down to normal levels. I guess normal levels are not that great but at least I am used to them!

I am strangely finding it more lonely as a diagnosed germophobe now, and would really like to meet some other germophobes online and hear how you're going. At least I had a friend tell me that I was in a stronger position than him, during this health crisis, as he had trouble remembering to wash his hands, whereas I wash them a hundred times a day already!

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Re: Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

Dear @Anastasia , thank you so much for your support, when you have an anxious day with your 2 difficult appointments...how is that going?

Thanks for telling me about your mum and dad's reactions... I'm glad your dad came good after 24 hours. I've heard that the reactions can take 24 hours.


@Anastasia wrote:

Definitely let the dr know of your concerns.


When you say "doctor", do you mean the doctor who is administering the vaccine tomorrow?

I would love you and @WIP to come with me in my pocket It would help me feel less alone and anxious. Thank you both 🙂 💙

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Re: Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

I’ve had the first jab @NatureLover and just had a bit of a headache afterwards for a couple of hours. I had it during work hours and returned to work after it. I also have asthma so be sure to take your preventers before going and have your reliever with you.

An hour’s drive is a long way so maybe some pleasant music will help.

My 92 year old mother had no side effects but I’ve never known her to be sick with anything ever.

I’ve heard of lots of different reactions but nothing serious so the odds are in your favour. I’ll be thinking of you tomorrow and will be ready to share a cuppa with you when you get home because I’m so proud of you facing these challenges!

💚🤗💛💚🤗💚🤞💚

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Re: Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

Yes the one administering tomorrow should be able to discuss asthma comps if any. Taking your puffer is great advice from @Eve7

Looking forward to spending the day in your pocket tomorrow.

Together we can conquer everything ✔️🙏💞 @NatureLover

Not the best ater today but just have to absorb it all and keep going. Then make a final decision in a few weeks re treatment options.

My boy has one shortly, that will put everything to do with me back into perspective because his is going to be :pile_of_poo:. Gotta keep it together.

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hello @Anastasia , @NatureLover , @Eve7 , @WIP

we have not had our`s yet

My MIL , cousin and aunty have had their`s with just a sore arm for a day

will be with you tomorrow

I have heard a bit about people having CKD and diabetes with the needle , soo hoping i will be ok whan the time comes

going to get it as i am caring for my elderly mum

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hello my @Emelia8

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Re: Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

Hey @NatureLover looks like you've got a lot of wonderful support here. I haven't had the vaccine, I'm pretty isolated here so probably won't be an issue for me. I think you're in good company re the fear side of things, I'm sure most people feel this way about it given so many stories circulating around covid right now.

When the anxiety kicks up it might be helpful to remind yourself of the reasons why you're getting the vaccine, bit of a reminder of the benefits might help. I wonder if there is a hotline in place for people to call with questions? I haven't looked into this at all. Just don't go down the google rabbit hole with it all--too many nut jobs out there

It ok you're feeling anxious about it all @NatureLover just try to comfort yourself as best you can

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Re: Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

I can understand being nervous about it @NatureLover

I haven't had mine yet but need to book in for it.

I hope tomorrow goes ok. Please remember that we will be here with you before and after. I also hope the drive goes ok for you.

Take care

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Hello @NatureLover

I must be excited to see be spending the day with you as I'm wide awake early! 😄

Just want to wish you luck today. Will be there in spirit holding your hand 💕

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Re: Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

Here with you today @NatureLover .. in your pocket along with the others here @Anastasia @Snowie @saltandpepper @Shaz51 @Eve7

Hope it all goes well, and no troubling reactions to the vaccine.

Emelia 🌱🌸🍀🌾🍂🍁

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Re: Any diagnosed germophobes or hoarders on this forum?

Thank you so much for your enccouragement, @Eve7 - that helps 💛

Thank you also @Emelia8 as I know you're not posting much at present - that's kind of you 💜

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