Can you take a shower, eat “irritating foods”, or get vaccinated if you are “positive”? Here are the answers to the 10 questions you care about most!

Recently, many friends have had "opioid fever". What are the issues that little "opioid" people are most concerned about and what are the things they need to pay attention to?

We have selected 10 most frequently searched questions on major platforms, and we will answer them one by one in this article.

01

Can I take a shower after having an erection?

Yes, but it depends on the situation .

If you have a high fever and it is difficult for you to even get up, and you feel dizzy and have a headache when you move a little, then taking a bath is certainly not recommended at this time.

However, if you are in good physical condition and are sure that you will not fall down during the shower, you can take a warm bath. However, it is best to have someone at home with you just in case. A warm bath can also help lower your body temperature [1]. However, you should keep warm and blow dry your hair after the shower.

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It should be noted that for elderly people with underlying diseases (such as cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases) , the water temperature for bathing should not be too hot. Too high a water temperature will accelerate blood circulation, and part of the blood will flow to the blood vessels on the surface of the skin, resulting in insufficient blood flow to the brain and heart, which can be dangerous [2].

02

Can I smoke after I test positive?

cannot.

Whether you are impotent or not, smoking is not recommended.

Tobacco can damage lung function, and the new coronavirus mainly affects the lungs.

At the same time, smoking also damages the immune system. There is evidence that smokers are more likely to suffer serious consequences after being infected with the new coronavirus, such as being more likely to develop severe illness and death, compared with people who have never smoked [3].

03

Can I drink alcohol if I have erectile dysfunction?

cannot.

Alcohol is not good for the body and it is not recommended to drink alcohol regardless of whether you are impotent or not.

There are some rumors that drinking alcohol can kill the new coronavirus, but in fact, alcohol that enters the digestive tract has no killing effect on the virus that enters the respiratory tract, nor can it be expected to kill the viruses around the throat when passing through the throat.

Alcohol will not help you kill the virus, but will affect your immune system, so there is no benefit in drinking after having an orgasm[4].

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04

Can I eat spicy food after becoming positive?

Not recommended.

Although authoritative medical institutions have not given clear advice on whether or not to eat spicy food. However, chili peppers can irritate the throat and may aggravate the symptoms of sore throat . In addition, chili peppers may also irritate the stomach and intestines to cause diarrhea, so it is not recommended to eat spicy food after yang.

05

Can I exercise after becoming positive?

It depends.

After being infected with the coronavirus, you may have a fever for several days, body aches, and heavy muscles. Even small movements such as raising your hands or getting out of bed require a lot of energy. In this case, there is no doubt that you cannot exercise.

After the symptoms of fever, cough, and muscle pain subside, you can consider doing some exercise. Some people may be hospitalized for a long time or stay at home to recuperate, which will cause a significant decrease in muscle strength and endurance. At this time, you can do appropriate exercise to recover, but you must first ensure safety.

If you feel fatigue and other discomfort worsen after a little activity, you should stop the activity (this condition is called "post-exertional malaise"). If you do not have symptoms of post-exertional malaise, you can increase the amount of activity appropriately.

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The World Health Organization's COVID-19 Rehabilitation Guide (Second Edition) [5] provides a systematic assessment method and phased exercises. For ordinary people, we can gradually increase the intensity of exercise according to the following rules:

If you walk for a while at a slower pace than walking and feel very relaxed without any pressure, you can add some static stretching activities appropriately. Each stretching time does not need to be too long, 15-20 seconds is enough.

If you can take a normal walk, or do some simple housework without feeling strenuous , then you can do 10-15 minutes of low-intensity exercise every day, such as walking slowly, washing dishes, and sweeping the floor.

If you don't feel any effort when going up and down stairs , you can do moderate intensity exercise. For example, brisk walking, dancing (slow-tempo dance like square dancing), etc. Of course, you must exercise according to your ability during the recovery period. If you feel pain, shortness of breath, or dizziness during exercise, you should stop exercising immediately.

06

After "Yang"

Can I eat meat, eggs and drink milk?

Can .

According to the advice of the National Health Service (NHS) of the United Kingdom, after being infected with the new coronavirus, you should eat more high-protein foods, including fish, meat, eggs, and beans , and you can eat three palm-sized portions a day. However, for meat, it is recommended to eat less red meat (pork, beef, lamb, etc.), and you can eat more chicken and fish.

You can also drink milk. If you are lactose intolerant, you can use soy milk or yogurt instead of milk[6].

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07

Can I breastfeed after becoming positive?

Can.

The World Health Organization emphasizes that the benefits of breastfeeding far outweigh the potential risks associated with COVID-19 , so breastfeeding can be continued even if the mother is diagnosed with COVID-19.

There is currently no evidence that the new coronavirus can be transmitted through breast milk. However, mothers with the new coronavirus still need to take precautions when breastfeeding.

The World Health Organization recommends the following points:

Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer , especially before touching your baby;

Always wear a medical mask when in contact with babies, including when breastfeeding;

Always sneeze or cough into a tissue , dispose of the tissue immediately afterwards and wash your hands again;

Regularly clean and disinfect surfaces that mother has touched ;

Once a medical mask becomes damp, it must be replaced and disposed of immediately . Masks should never be reused, and do not touch the front of the mask with your hands[7].

08

Can I drink beverages after testing positive?

It depends.

It is recommended to drink more water after the new crown. If you want to drink juice to replenish some water and vitamins, that's fine.

However, please note that according to the recommendations of the World Health Organization, in order to reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, obesity, etc., it is necessary to avoid consuming sugar while drinking water. Therefore, it is not recommended to drink high-sugar beverages such as soda and fruit juice [8].

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09

Can I have sex if I am positive?

It depends.

If you and your significant other are both suffering from fever, cough, and muscle aches, you probably won't be in the mood to think about this.

If one spouse is infected but the other is not, sexual intercourse is not recommended . Although COVID-19 is not a sexually transmitted disease, the virus can inevitably be spread through droplets during intimate contact[9].

If one of the spouses has no symptoms, don't worry. It is recommended to take two antigen tests 24 hours apart. If the results are both negative, it is not too late to have sex again.

10

Can I get the fourth dose of vaccine after testing positive?

Can.

Even if you have been infected with the new coronavirus, you can still get the fourth dose of the vaccine after you recover . Because the immunity gained from the new coronavirus infection varies from person to person, you can continue to strengthen your immunity with the fourth dose of the vaccine.

There is currently no evidence to determine how long to wait after being infected with COVID-19 before getting vaccinated, but the WHO recommends that people who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 should consider waiting six months after recovery [10].

Finally, I hope everyone will take good precautions during this round of epidemic and try not to be positive. If you are infected, don’t panic. Take more nutrition and have a good rest. After a few days, we can return to a healthy life!

References:

[1] ABC Health & Wellbeing. Six common fever myths explained[EB/OL]. 2015-12-03. https://www.abc.net.au/health/features/stories/2015/03/12/4123222.htm

[2] People's Daily Online. Will washing your hair first in the shower cause sudden death? This rumor is not credible [EB/OL]. 2016-12-30. http://kpzg.people.com.cn/n1/2016/1230/c404390-28988891.html

[3] Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Tobacco[EB/OL]. World Health Organization. 2022-03-25. https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/question-and-answers-hub/qa-detail/coronavirus-disease-covid-19-tobacco

[4] World Health Organization (2020). Alcohol and COVID-19 what you need to know [PDF file]. https://www.euro.who.int/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/437608/Alcohol-and-COVID-19-what-you-need-to-know.pdf

[5] World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe. (‎2021). Recovery guide: Self-management of COVID-19 related illnesses, 2nd edition [PDF file]. https://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/handle/10665/349695/WHO-EURO-2021-855-40590-62244-eng.pdf

[6] NHS. Eating and drinking when recovering from COVID-19 [PDF file]. https://www.bda.uk.com/uploads/assets/6a95644d-f8a1-4103-b934da36a7d2c9e8/Homerton-COVID19-Eating-drinking-on-recovery.pdf

[7] Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Breastfeeding [EB/OL]. World Health Organization. 2020-05-07. https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/coronavirus-disease-covid-19-breastfeeding

[8] Nutrition advice for adults during the COVID-19 outbreak [EB/OL]. World Health Organization. https://www.emro.who.int/nutrition/covid-19/nutrition-advice-for-adults-during-the-covid-19-outbreak.html

[9] Carolyn Barber. When Is It Safe to Have Sex after COVID?[J]. Scientific American. 2022-03-09. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/when-is-it-safe-to-have-sex-after-covid/

[10] Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Vaccines [EB/OL]. World Health Organization. 2022-05-17. https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/question-and-answers-hub/qa-detail/coronavirus-disease-(covid-19)-vaccines

Author: Scientific scraps

Reviewer: Li Dongzeng, Chief Physician, Department of Infectious Diseases, Beijing You'an Hospital, Capital Medical University

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