‘Covid still exists’: Young woman with invisible illness caught virus after being stabbed twice

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A young woman who suffered from an undiagnosed disease has warned that Covid is still around after contracting the virus despite suffering a double whammy.

Last month, Tamar Dutton, 25, of Newcastle, contracted the coronavirus within weeks of receiving her second vaccination, ChronicleLive reports.

She suffered from post-viral syndrome for many years after battling an undiagnosed illness as a teenager.

Postviral syndrome refers to feelings of tiredness and weakness that persist after a person has fought off a viral infection.

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And when the epidemic struck the trainee, the social worker took every precaution. The positive test came as a huge shock to her as well as to her friends and family.

Tamar woke up one morning with cold-like symptoms, but she knew something wasn’t right.

She went for a PCR test in Gosforth Great Park that confirmed she had the virus, to the astonishment of her and her family.

She said: “My father and mother were speechless. As a family, we have been very careful throughout the lockdown and are still vigil today.

“As a teenager, I developed an undiagnosed disease and my body fought it off but at a cost. For years, I lived with Post-Viral Syndrome which was previously uncommon but is now widely known due to a long Covid illness. I know what it means to live with an invisible illness. .

“Now in my mid-twenties I no longer have post-viral syndrome, but living with such a serious condition has made me very aware of Covid. From day one we have been wary.”

“I’ve done everything I can and I’m still getting the virus. I’m really swamped by how dangerous Covid is.” (Photo: Introduction)

Tamar, who lives with her mother Cathy and her father Paul, has entered into seclusion that she says drained her both physically and mentally.

“At first, I was very emotional,” she said.

“I was busy worrying about my friends, partner, and parents. I couldn’t help but feel guilty.

“I did everything I could and I still contracted the virus. Everyone was shocked. I was really swamped by the severity of Covid.

“Then I hit chronic fatigue. All I could do was sleep for two weeks. When I was awake, I had flu-like symptoms. It was exhausting and lonely.

“I am self-isolating to protect my parents; they were stabbed twice but we didn’t want to take the risk.

“It took a toll both mentally and physically. I felt frustrated, guilty and triggered some old anxieties that have never been a pleasant experience. I am happy to have the support of my family.”

Weeks later, Tamar is still feeling the effects of the Covid use. However, she is grateful for being double stabbed.

Now she is urging people to fully vaccinate not only to protect themselves, but those around them.

“Today, I still don’t feel 100%,” Tamar said. “Some days I get tired and find it hard to focus.

“Studying hypothetically with Lancaster University to become a social worker, means I am able to walk at my own pace. If necessary, I take a lunchtime nap or listen to lectures in bed. Things are slowly getting better.

“For me, it is more important than ever to continue to protect each other. A vaccine is the difference between life and death not just for you but for everyone around you.

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“Covid is still around. We all need to be careful and be kind.

“If you can, please get both doses. It’s not painful or scary, in fact, it’s over in a few seconds.

“Please remember, it is okay to ask questions. Talk to your GP as well as friends and family who have previously inquired about your decision.

“I am so grateful for the vaccine. As someone who has suffered from an invisible disease without treatment, I feel lucky to have been able to do my part to fight Covid.”

Tamar shared her story via the #BeatCovidNE campaign, to highlight the benefits of getting two doses of the vaccine. For more information and the latest advice visit www.beatcovidne.co.uk

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