I took Jack to the pediatrician yesterday and it turns out he has pneumonia. Yesterday he spent most of the day on the sofa sleeping and resting...not eating or drinking much at all. I know the diastat was partially to blame, but I knew he was feeling lousy from the fever and cough too.
This morning Jack woke up and asked to eat right away. He requested waffles (plain, never butter, never syrup) and ate THREE of them! He had water to drink and is playing now which is so nice to see.
He's on an antibiotic for pneumonia and motrin for the fever. I canceled school and therapy for the rest of the week and the only other obligation I have is a quick informational meeting this afternoon about transitioning to Kindergarten.
I will keep you posted on how he's doing! Thank you all so very much for your comments. I am only sorry to know that there are others going through the seizure stuff as well. I am glad to know I have so many caring friends and family. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. (((hugs)))
The seizures 'thing' is too terrifying for me to even contemplate.
ReplyDeleteGlad the food intake is on the way.
Best wishes
Sorry to read about the recent events. Good to hear Jack is feeling a bit better now though. I am sure that was a very scary experience for you guys and hopefully it doesn't happen again.
ReplyDeleteSending "no seizure" thoughts Jack's way!!
I am so glad that Jack is feeling a bit better. It has to send you into a tailspin when you need to fly into treatment mode especially when things are any different (no warning). So scary to hear those loud head cracks.
ReplyDeleteGood thoughts on the way.
The ABR group members often commented that a seizure would sometimes be the first thing that would alert them to an infection.
ReplyDeleteHoping Jack gets better very soon!
I just read Nelba's comment. I hadn't heard that but it totally makes sense. I hope Jack is getting better.
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