After seeing Maxwell again today, the doctor strongly suggested we admit him to the hospital. He is having some very strange episodes of holding his breath, dropping his sats, going blue and then nearly passing out. Bizarre and scary. Additionally his O2 sats had doubled last night which usually is a sign of a kiddo going downhill.
He had to be on O2 the entire day to maintain his sats (which is unusual), and we would turn him up anytime he had an "episode." He had several since he was not happy at all about being in the hospital. I tried everything in the world to make it fun, but peace would only last a few minutes at a time. :( Poor guy.
Depending on how the night goes, we are hoping to be home tomorrow. (I think he will do much better at home being in his own surroundings.) The doctor said he could easily stay there a few more days but if I feel comfortable, we could probably be discharged. We have all the necessary equipment and oxygen at home already. They just want to make sure nothing is worsening. Fortunately his lung xray didn't show pneumonia at this point...that was very encouraging.
It is so sad to see him so miserable and lethargic. Jim (brother in law) and Lori (friend) got a taste of it too. They both came to visit us this evening and Max wanted nothing to do with either...and these are two of his favorites! Eeks. Sorry guys...but thanks to both of you for trying!
Max's primary care doctor reminded me today to not get too worked up about being in the hospital this week. He said "Honestly, Max would qualify for hospital admittance about 50% of the time. He is almost always right there on that borderline." Yikes. I think he is doing so great (relatively speaking) and I forget how medically fragile he still is.
Hopefully tomorrow we are home, and he is miraculously feeling all better! :)
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Amy, I'm so sorry Max isn't feeling good and having to go through all this. Those episodes must be really scary for you. It's hard to even think about Max being so sick, he's such a little go-getter. But remember his name, Mighty Max will be just fine. Take care of yourself and I'm keeping you both in my prayers. Hugs,
Shelly and Luke
I know hospitals are scary. However, let them get Max better. Especially since you don't have back up at home this week.
I'm praying for you both.
Love Jennifer
Praying for Mighty Max and his Amazing Mommy.
Max, we hope you feel better soon and get to come home from the hospital. We'll be thinking about you and praying for you!
Hugs,
Leslie and Katie
I am so sorry to hear that Max isn't very well and has to be in the hospital. He is so strong and so willing that I am sure he will pull through this fast. We love both of you so much and pray for you constantly. Both of you have lots and lots of hugs, kisses and prayers going right to you. Hang in there Amy, God is in control.
Love,
Diane and Alexandra
Thinking and praying for you Max. I am so sorry you are sick Eva is still sick also, she was up all night coughing and crying if she is still not better tomorrow we will go see her doctor. She did well with her therapys so hopefully she is getting better.
Darn mucus room!!!!
Hugs,
Crystal and Eva
Amy, I am so sorry to hear that Max had to spend the night in the hospital. Hope you are enjoying the food (I LOVE hosptial food!!!! - crazy I know!). I will keep you two in my thoughts and prayers. I can only imagine how scary it is to have your baby so sick, I freak out when I boys get a cold! Keep us posted.
Rebecca
Amy I am so sorry to hear Max is having such a hard time:( Please let me know if you need anything. I hope he is feeling well enough to go home tomorrow. Samantha
you are in my thoughts and prayers max and amy.
We're praying for no more episodes! I wonder what's going on with your sweet little guy.
((((AMY))) (((MAX)) It was so great to meet you 2 at the conference. I am sorry Max isnt feeling well. Maybe he was on a high from the excitement of the conference and just has been overwhelmed.
hugs. thinking of you 2
Dear Max,
I hope you get better sweetheart. Rest up and get lots of love from your mommy.
Shannon in Austin
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