Flu Bugs.... I woke up last Tuesday with a funny tickle in my throat. Almost like I slept with my mouth open. Then the body aches started. I was sick.
I often get these 1-day colds, crazy I know.
Wednesday I felt much better, but a little stuffy.
Thursday morning it was bad again. Stuffy and runny nose, achy, watery eyes.
I left after the show Thursday to try and rest. The symptoms grew worse.
Friday morning I woke up and knew I couldn't go into work. I didn't want to infect my co-workers. The body aches got worse, then the chills started. My temperature reached 101.8.
I headed for the doctor.
After listing off my symptoms the doctor said she'd be right back.
She re-entered the room with a surgical mask on... and handed one to me. She said according to the CDC you have symptoms synonymous with swine flu and must be tested. She said I had to wear my mask while in public, until my temperature dropped back down to normal.
She stuck this long, flexible Q-tip into my throat, via my nose. It made my eyes water and kind of stung.
Then I had to get blood taken.
I may not know the results for days. I do know I was most contagious around last Tuesday, and none of my co-workers are showing symptoms (at least not for swine flu).
So if you were ever wondering how they're testing people... now you know.
Your welcome:)
If this looks daunting... 
Darrel Ng, creator of 
