So over the last few years, I've dealt with a cold/influenza 4-5 times per year. Usually 3-4 of these are in the fall and winter...then I get another 1-2 in the spring.
As you might have guessed, being sick so frequently affects my studying. I just cannot concentrate when I am sick. I can't think about anything other than how miserable I feel - sometimes can't even focus on a television show. And so, I fall behind.
Each illness lasts about 1 week...and is intense for the first 3-4 days. Usually, for some reason, after the fever (if present) and fatigue, I spend a day feeling absolutely stomach sick. It's never just a slight sniffle.
Yes, I've brought up my lack of immunity to my doctor but with a simple blood test, they think I'm fine. I do take multivitamins and I do work out. My serving job can be pretty stressful but I can't quit working. My sleep is sporadic, getting enough sleep on non-class days and only a few hours on class days.
As you might have guessed, being sick so frequently affects my studying. I just cannot concentrate when I am sick. I can't think about anything other than how miserable I feel - sometimes can't even focus on a television show. And so, I fall behind.
Each illness lasts about 1 week...and is intense for the first 3-4 days. Usually, for some reason, after the fever (if present) and fatigue, I spend a day feeling absolutely stomach sick. It's never just a slight sniffle.
Yes, I've brought up my lack of immunity to my doctor but with a simple blood test, they think I'm fine. I do take multivitamins and I do work out. My serving job can be pretty stressful but I can't quit working. My sleep is sporadic, getting enough sleep on non-class days and only a few hours on class days.
