4. Turning into a literal drugstore. | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Health and Wellness

20 Struggles Of Having A Weak Immune System

Cough drops and tissues and naps, oh my!

143
https://www.pexels.com/photo/apartment-bed-carpet-chair-269141/

If I had a dollar for every time I've gotten a cold or some type of viral infection, I'd be swimming in money. Instead, I'm swimming in the tears I shed each time I sneeze. Here are 20 struggles of having a weak immune system:

1. Taking vitamin C supplements like candy.

You know you have a problem when you actually start to like the taste of vitamin C gummies.

2. The feeling of a stuffy nose.

Every single time I have a hard time sleeping because of congestion, I always think about how we take it for granted when our noses aren't stuffy.

3. All. The. Tissues.

Giphy

You can be the cleanest person in the world but the sight of tissues all over your bed, couch, nightstand, or desk will always make you look untidy.

4. Turning into a literal drugstore.

I'm the apothecary of my friend group because I carry around so many pills at all times; you name the medicine, I probably have it in my purse.

5. Always looking like you’re on the verge of tears.

I promise my eyes only look like this because I'm under the weather-- no need to worry about me!

6. Not being able to hear anything.

Giphy

You'll be sure to annoy people by asking them to repeat themselves after every single thing they say.

7. The very real duality of a nasal cleanse.

The seriously uncomfortable (and sometimes painful) sensation of shooting a mixture of water and saline through your sinuses is the price to pay for finally being able to breathe via your nose again.

8. Sleeping the day away.

Giphy

As a nap queen myself, I love a good midday snooze. But being a prisoner to your bed because you can't get up is far from fun.

9. Food hits different.

It's not even like you can eat your favorite food to cheer you up, because you probably won't be able to taste it anyway.

10. Not having an appetite.

Giphy

Even if you could taste food, it's not like you have much of an appetite anyway.

11. Taking a break from the gym.

Feeling weak and tired means taking time off from working out. (Not going to lie, this is probably my least favorite thing about my weak immune system.)

12. Looking like a zombie.

Giphy

Now casting for the newest episode of "The Walking Dead"!

13. Smudging your makeup.

It's impossible to blow your nose without wiping off the makeup between your upper lip and your nostrils.

14. The sound of sniffles 

Sniffling while having a runny or congested nose is definitely not the greatest sound in the world. I hate having to sit in class and subject the rest of my peers to that unnerving sound.

15. Being quarantined.

Giphy

We've all been that one friend in the group whom everyone keeps ten feet away from because they don't want to catch whatever you have.

16. Living with the windows open.

The last thing you want to do when you're sick is spending your days in an enclosed room, breathing in the same trapped air you're coughing into.

17. Missing class.

Giphy

I love it when my attendance grade has to suffer because of how weak my immune system is!

18. Being a slave to soap and water.

Hand sanitizer just doesn't cut it sometimes.

19. Living in the shower.

Giphy

Taking a nice, long, hot shower at night is one of my favorite things ever. But, having to take showers all the time to alleviate your sinuses and to wash off the germs from your body is different.

20. The apologies.

Giphy

So people don't wonder why I sound like a raspy mess or look like I haven't slept in days, I always have to preface what I'm saying with, "Sorry, I have a cold".

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
how to adult
Twitter

It is the time of our lives that we are beginning to enter the adult world and most of us, if not all of us, have no idea what we are doing. It's like starting a video game, but skipping the tutorial. We're all just running around aimlessly hoping we accidentally do something right that moves us along the right path. Now that graduation has just happened, or is right around the corner for some of us, it's time to start thinking about how we are going to take care of ourselves once we are on our own.

Keep Reading...Show less
people  in library
Photo by redcharlie on Unsplash

College involves a whirlwind of emotions, whether it’s from the stress of an assignment (or twenty), or from fighting with your roommate. It can be overwhelming at times and it’s important to take a step a back and calmly think things over. Maybe gain some perspective. The following aren’t foolproof tips and may not apply to you, but I was able to find success with them (hope you do too!)

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

How The Holidays Have Changed

It all started when we learned the truth about Santa.

3067
best wishes for Christmas
Pinterest

It is no secret that many American traditions have changed over time. As we grow older we change in so many ways that it only makes sense that we also change the way we celebrate special occasions. Of course when it comes to the holidays there are some family traditions that many of us still excitedly look forward to, whether it is eating your favorite dish or seeing favorite cousin. However, we all know that the holidays have overall changed a little from what they used to be.

Keep Reading...Show less
theatre cast

Everyone who has done musicals knows that once you go there you can never go back. It's like a virus. It never leaves and you find yourself attracted to all types of theater things. You're drawn to it like a moth to a flame. There are certain things you know to be true, whether you did a musical once or have done them your entire life.

Keep Reading...Show less
couple winter
Pexels

When you come home over Christmas break, it's hard to find fun in your hometown. During the winter, it's hard to find the motivation to go out and find things to do. However, there are plenty of fun things to do in almost any town, and there are tons of fun date ideas that aren't taken advantage of. Here are nine fun winter dates to go on.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments