She said samples have been sent to CDC. I know there are a lot of possibilities for this ranging from inaccurate tests to the positive test being a mere sign of antibodies.

Also, there is a lot of talk about people who tested positive and recovered and/or have a positive test for antibodies can return to work, especially those in essential services. I admit I am dumb as a rock when it comes to this stuff, but let's say a nurse had COVID-19 and recovered...then goes back to work, would they not be a potential "super-carrier" or "super-spreader" of the virus? Theoretically, if they came in contact with the virus again... they would be fine, show no symptoms, and be able to fight off infection, all while spreading virus to other people.

So she's still shedding the virus after 30ish days. Sounds like the guy from one of the cruise ships that was quarantined in Nebraska that continued to shed for ~36 days before testing negative 2 or 3 days in a row and was allowed to go home.

Setup for a virus retun in the fall.

Starting to think antibodies don't destroy it and there's research to show it's the case

https://www.thedailybeast.com/heres-where-coronavirus-hides-in-your-body

"There's bad news in the German study, too.

The antibodies our bodies produce in response to COVID-19 infection don't actually destroy this virus. In that way, it is a lot like HIV.

That has implications for the high-stakes global effort to develop vaccines and other treatments. "

DadHammer said:

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That would be super rare. I wouldn't worry about that scenario.

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Dang, wrong in multiple threads. Look up PML caused by JC virus. Rituximab has a black box warning because of PML but oncologist would rather manage PML over cancer.

aggiengeorgia10 said:

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Well then, what we are doing is pointless, we cant keep killing the economy if our only hope is a vaccine that is 18 months away. Back to work.

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Economy is screwed either way if this is the case. Lots of industries will be in a bad spot...... travel, restaurants, etc are going to continue to keep getting hit hard.

We open it up, deaths spike, lots of people going to do a bare minimum of getting out and about. I get what you're saying.... but people see deaths mount and they aren't going to exactly be doing any more than necessary.

I fully understand that opening things back up will cause alot of deaths but we cant shelter in place for 18 months or possibly longer. Do we honestly want to die hiding in our homes or would we rather die saying **** it

Yeah that's right if that's true we just have to let the people who will die die. No vaccine can be created

There's something to be said for that argument, sure. But a lot of folks seem to be just pretending the economy will come roaring back like it was while deaths stack up.

"Consumer confidence" so to speak will be trash until we find an effective treatment. Sure, basic type businesses may do ok, but many will continue to keep getting hit hard.

Like I said, I see value in your logic, but also am a realist that much of the economy will still be super slow to return in the meantime. Maybe you'll say screw it and keep going out to eat, to the bars, etc. Not me, I'll work, do my basics, and continue to stay mostly at home until a treatment is figured out.

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2PacShakur said:

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DadHammer said:

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That would be super rare. I wouldn't worry about that scenario.

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Dang, wrong in multiple threads. Look up PML caused by JC virus. Rituximab has a black box warning because of PML but oncologist would rather manage PML over cancer.

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JC virus isn't comparable to coronavirus

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That wasn't the point. The point was about virus latency or the immune system's ability to keep some things in check. Cancer is another example, until it goes wrong.

I'll admit, mine are somewhat 'selfish' also. But I also have a step-daughter who ended up in the hospital septic with her last go with the standard flu. I'd prefer she doesn't try her luck with this monster.

I see where your coming from man, happy shes okay and hope she doesnt face this thing either

Thanks. I think at the end of the day, we're all after the same thing.

Detectable and infectious are not the same thing.

https://www.nap.edu/catalog/25774/rapid-expert-consultation-on-sars-cov-2-viral-shedding-and-antibody-response-for-the-covid-19-pandemic-april-8-2020

Dont we still have chicken pox in us and it is why some people get shingles. And there is a vaccine.

2PacShakur said:

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DadHammer said:

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That would be super rare. I wouldn't worry about that scenario.

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Dang, wrong in multiple threads. Look up PML caused by JC virus. Rituximab has a black box warning because of PML but oncologist would rather manage PML over cancer.

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2 pac if you wish to worry about everything that's fine FOR YOU. Not for me.

We can't worry about every single off the wall thing that can go wrong. I don't live like that. Also, we have to go back to work and dang soon. If you want to hide at home go ahead. Where have I ever said anyone that doesn't want to work has too? Where have I said you have to take HCQ? Relax with you constant attacks. You are blocked from now on so I hope you can start being more positive.

aggiengeorgia10 said:

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Well then, what we are doing is pointless, we cant keep killing the economy if our only hope is a vaccine that is 18 months away. Back to work.

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