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The original was posted on /r/newzealand by /u/Fluffy-Trouble5955 on 2026-08-19 08:13:18+00:00.

Called my GP to get in , nothing until 2nd week of September.. They suggested Urgent Care. Spent 5 hours at urgent care Monday, getting sicker by the second and finally gave up.

Healthline came through with some antivirals and such finally.

I have to force food down. No nausea thankfully, but i have the fluttery feeling in my stomach and a fuzzy brain. I'm Hangry at this point, but the simple act of dry toast is a goddamn mission. I'm dealing with a massive lack of energy during the day, and crippling insomnia at night.

This is the first time I have had any kind of illness since before the pandemic. I'm still Covid-Zero, but the bog standard Flu A is brutal.

Solidarity with anyone else taking this journey