Last week we saw Dr. Decker for the fourth follow-up visit and it was the worst visit for Joseph.
Our doctor has been trying everything in her power to get his ears to heal up. In the last ditch effort, she had us give him an allergy medicine twice daily to see if it would reduce any drainage from sinus issues to his ears so that the fluid already there would clear up. Her plan worked for his right ear but his left one still had fluid and was beginning to show signs of redness again. She was so disappointed and we were too.
From the get go, he cried the moment they tried do do anything with him. Screaming cries! My heart was broken. We left knowing he would be referred to Dr. Mark Williams and a script to a month-long medication. She was clearly worried about him, which made me nervous. When I got in the van with him, he was happy and then I cried. No big cry, because he is already so in tune to my emotions. It was more the silent tears of resignation. We did all we could at this point and my baby was still hurting.
Well, I recovered quickly and began some prayers. We are asking the intercession of St. Gianna and St. Katharine Drexel for renewed ear health. The first request of a quick appointment has already been answered, he will be seen on Thursday at 3:20 pm.
God, we are ready for our boy to be fully well! Thankfully he is still happy most of the time!!
Daddy surprised him with a pool this past Friday!
He has been playing with it even without water!!
Loving the sandbox!
A bite of his first chocolate bunny!
Learing to catch the ball
I am so sorry to read about Joseph's ear problems. I cannot imagine how difficult it must be to not just be able to take the pain away. Extra prayers for you and your sweet family!
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