Jack started with a cold/ear infection right after Christmas. We went to the peds office on Friday and were given a 10 day course of antibiotics. Today is day 5 and while the fever has subsided his pain and crankiness are at an all time high. We went back to the ped this afternoon to see if the infection got worse. To my surprise it's completely GONE...all clear! That is a good thing, but Jack's definitely acting very sick and as though his head is in pain. Motrin and Tylenol keep him from screaming his head off, but he's got a very short fuse and only wants to lay on the sofa or on the floor. Right now he's playing a little with some toy cars, but moaning/crying in between.
At the peds appointment she had her office set up an MRI to rule out a shunt malfunction...we go Thursday morning at 11 am...and of course if he gets worse we'll head straight to the ER. We want to be doubtful that it's his shunt because he's not vomiting, having seizures, etc. It's a little frustrating because those are not always the only signs of a malfunction/problem. All I know is there's a problem and since Jack can't tell me specifically what hurts we must rule out a shunt malfunction.
To those who've been there, what are your kids usual signs of a problem? (((hugs))) and thanks in advance.
PS -- Christmas pictures are in the DECEMBER ALBUM
I don't know. Crew is on his 4th day of fever. He is miserable. I hope Jack gets better soon and it is not the shunt.
ReplyDeleteWhat's up Buddy? Got a case of the "Grumpys"? You mustn't feel good, because I didn't think Grumpy and Jack were even used in the same sentence! I sure hope you feel better and the Doc is just playing it safe by scheduling your MRI. They're not all that fun are they? Even for us big people. I can only imagine how frightening they must be for you little guys. AND--nervewracking for your Mommy and Daddy. It's so hard to see you little ones go through all your tests and shots. BUT---it's all fpr a very good reason. To make Jack a "Smilin' Guy" again!!
ReplyDeleteTake care, we love you and will be thinking of you.
Love Grammie