After the blood draw on Tuesday, our doctor called this morning and asked to see him again. She is very puzzled by his results. She sent us back to the lab for more blood, a chest xray, urine sample and at home stool sample kits.
I had Lucy & Nate with me - again. 3 1/2 hours later, we finally got to leave! The chest xray had to be done twice and I wasn't allowed in there with him the first time since my other two kids weren't allowed to be left in the waiting room alone. The lady seemed very uncomfortable with him and initially just asked him to follow her to the room. I am sure the look on my face was pure ridiculousness at her. :) The second time, there was a nice young mom there who was packing up to leave with her kids and she offered to stay with Lucy and Nate so I got to attempt to comfort Cole as we held him down and waited for him to inhale to get the xray done right.
The blood draw was unsuccessful the first attempt so they sent us up to the pediatric unit (again, Lucy & Nate following along) where they strapped him down and were able to get 5 vials much easier. Every room we were sent to was at the opposite end of the hospital and each time we started the trek I could barely keep it together. 4 big winter jackets, diaper bag, a 1 year old, a 2 year old and a 6 year old. Thankfully, most of the nurses and techs were nicer at each stop which was good since I was so close to tears anyways!
Praying for some kind of easy solution! The terms malignancy, leukemia, bone marrow were thrown out there... Regardless, God is good and sovereign and in control of it all!
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Oh my goodness . . . we had to do double blood draws and chest x-rays (in a little plexi-glass torso cage) because Anya Rashi tested positive for TB. I have SO much sympathy for you trekking all over the hospital -- be sure to do something good for yourself like take a bath, or have a frou-frou coffee drink today.
I will be praying that all this results in a good picture of his health -- and a much less frightening diagnosis than the ones swirling around in your head right now. Hang on, mama, and know that you're being lifted up in prayer.
With love,
Nancy
Oh Sara, I'm praying so hard that this is an easy fix for Cole! I can't imagine how you felt with them taking so many tests and having to strap him down. I think as a mother you feel his fear and pain so much more than even himself! I'm leaving you one of my favorite verses "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him" Romans 15:13
Liberty
Sara,Wow sound like u need a latte from starbucks following a massage therapy session! I can picture u running all over the hospital. I pray that his health turns out good and for your family to have peace. All things work for your good,those who serve the Lord. Love,Gidget:)
Praying for you tonight Sara! I am believing for a good report and that Cole will continue to thrive and do well.
Sara,
I am hoping and praying that these tests and blood draws lead to sound explanation for Cole's health. I know how hard it is, especially on kids that are new to your family to be put through this. Devi broke her arm after only being home a few months. Then to have two more little ones in tow...you deserve a medal :) I agree with all the other comments....treat yourself today and wallow in the togetherness that only your wonderful family can bring.
Julie R
Hi Sara,
I just wanted you to know that we will also be praying for your family as you are walking through this.
Sincerely, Molly Campbell
Praying for Cole and your entire family. So hard to wait and wonder for those results! Lots of love!
Kristy
Oh Sara! What a nightmare! I work at a hospital and can only imagine what you went through! We will be praying for Cole and your family.. God has a purpose in all of this, I believe that, but hmmm...wouldn't we all like to see it, like, NOW??!!!! Stay strong and know that you have people praying for good results!
Laura
Just catching up on my blog reading and Sara I am so sorry you're having to endure this. We had to do that awful torture chamber medieval looking x-ray process with our oldest. It was awful! I hope that the answers come soon and allay your fears for your sweet little guy!
Sara-Next time you need to take Cole to an appointment please feel free to call me. I'd be happy to watch the kids while you go. I know first hand how hard it is to find someone to watch the kiddos. Seriously...call. You don't need to be double stressed out!. :-)
Sara,
Just catching up on your blog and please, please call me next time you have an appt. I would love to be able to help you out and have Lucy and Nate over here to play! You are super mom to take them with you, but you don't have to...I'm pretty available.
I'll be praying that you get into the specialist soon and that the dr. is nicer than the receptionist. :)
Jamie
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