Hives is the issue of today. Oldest woke up completely covered in hives. No itching, but hot and uncomfortable so we headed to the doc. He was having an allergic reaction to his antibiotics. We spent 3 hours inside the doctors office doing all sorts of treatments and medications bringing his blood pressure down and oxygen level up.
Before we left, the doctor said that we now have to carry an Epi Pen with us for him. YIKES! I think I stopped breathing for a second. That is crazy. My healthy little boy who had no allergies until today is now getting an Epi Pen. It was a big deal in my little world. I immediately lost it and had to fight back the tears. It was definitely something that I did not sign up for. And yes, I know that many many other people and parents have to carry Epi Pens everywhere they go as well. Wow, it is something that I just hadn't thought about before or related to. I wasn't prepared for this. It is a life change that caught me well off guard.
Another big step in me growing up as a parent.
I am so thankful that he is OK, that he is home with us tonight not in the hospital, that he is almost back to his old self again (still covered in hives though). I love you big boy. Keep on getting better for us.
Lord we are blessed to have healthy kids and I count these blessings daily. You are a good Lord. Thank you for bringing us through this.
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