Suffering

We thought Zane had finally recovered from whatever was bothering him. He had a day and a half of happiness, and now it is gone. Once again, I took him back to the pediatrician’s office. He needed a follow-up for his UTI anyway. I took both Zane and his brother (who was having separate symptoms) out of school to make yet another visit to the doctor. Zane was in complete agony during the start of the appointment. They needed a urine sample, and he wasn’t cooperating. So over the course of two hours (yes, we were there for two hours), I pumped 16 ounces of formula and water into him. He did not pee. At all. But he was happy! So happy. So the doctor determined that he was most definitely dehydrated. This has happened with him before. These same symptoms warranted a trip to the ER in the past where they declared dehydration as the culprit.

 

However, today he is fully hydrated and yet completely miserable. I’ve noticed a runny nose, but nothing else. He’s still on all his respiratory meds, as well. I’ve given him pain meds in case he’s suffering from a headache. But nothing helps. Another mom, whom I adore, suggested I ask for some additional tests for Zane (I won’t go into details right now). I was so scattered yesterday that I forgot to make the request. So tomorrow I’m going to call the doctor and find out where we go from here.

 

We have never seen Zane this upset for so long. He is usually a very happy and smiley child. But clearly something is wrong. Unfortunately, we think we may have to take him to Denver, admit him to the hospital there, and have them run a series of tests on Zane to get to the bottom of his troubles. I mean, how long do you wait to see if something resolves itself? I don’t know.

 

If you can, please say prayers and keep good thoughts for our little guy. We’re a bit worried.