DD#1 is sick -- would you be worried? UPDATE#1, #2 & #3

[bubbaray]

Update #3 -- post #27

UPDATE #2 -- ugh, its rotovirus. OMG, please send P&PT. BTDT, not happy about this.

Sigh.

UPDATE:

DD#1 was sick again in the middle of the night. Possibly the yogurt or high sugar jello did her in. This morning she is scared to do anything or it will hurt her tummy. She won't eat OR drink and we are quite worried about dehydration at this point.

DH is sick. *I* think it sounds like his seasonal allergies (he mowed the lawn and worked outside yesterday and the day before), but he thinks its swine flu.

MY tummy is sore, but probably from sympathy pains. DD#2 seems OK so far, a little stuffy. She must be feeling OK as she is asking for chocolate (breakfast of champions).

Fun times. NOT.

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We came back from Disneyland on Wednesday night, flying through LAX and many (most?) people on our plane were connecting through from Mexico.

DD#1 appears to only have GI symptoms (puking, pooping water). Started yesterday afternoon after ballet. Initially, I thought it was stress from getting back to her full day of German and ballet. But, she had a mild fever 38C for about 2 hours after she first threw up, then it went back to normal. She threw up a LOT last night (every 30min), but seems better now (still pooping water though).

DH thinks its swine flu. I don't. AFAIK, swine flu is influenza symptoms (fever, cough, aches, sore throat) with stomach symptoms on top of regular influenza symptoms on rare occasions.

Also, while we were at Disney, *I* had tummy problems one day (Tuesday), so it would make sense that I picked up a tummy bug and shared it with DD#1.

DD#1 is VERY prone to tummy problems. Every fever, even if its just a cold, she throws up. She's also had rotovirus twice. So, we know the drill with respect to how to deal with tummy problems.

Would you be worried this is the swine flu?

Also, any tips on how to keep a busy 2yo from being around her sister? I'm trying to keep them separate on the assumption its a GI bug (if it were swine flu, I wouldn't be too worried if DD#2 or the rest of us got it in a mild form).

TIA
PS -- any P&PT would be appreciated. For DD#1's speedy recovery and for the rest of us not to get this!

[Sillygirl]

This the patient information from UpToDate, which is a leading information source for medical professionals.

Last literature review version 17.1: January 2009 | This topic last updated: April 30, 2009 (More) (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=inf_immu/5932#)

INFLUENZA OVERVIEW — Influenza (commonly called the flu) is a highly contagious viral illness that can occur in children or adults of any age. It occurs most frequently in the winter months as individuals spend more time in close contact with one another. The virus is spread easily from person-to-person via infected respiratory secretions.
Complications of influenza require more than 200,000 people in the United States to be hospitalized every year. Serious illness is more likely in the very young, older adults, pregnant women, and people who have certain underlying health conditions such as malnutrition, asthma or other forms of lung disease.
There have been several severe and extensive flu outbreaks in the twentieth century (called pandemics), which led to the deaths of millions of people worldwide. These occurred when influenza viruses developed (often from pigs or birds) and humans became infected because they had no immunity to these viruses.
SWINE H1N1 FLU — Swine influenza is a type of flu virus that infects pigs. A new strain of H1N1 influenza, which contains parts of the swine, avian, and human influenza virus, was first seen in March 2009 in Mexico. Cases of human infection with this type of virus have been seen in many countries around the world. (See "Epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and diagnosis of swine H1N1 influenza A" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=pulm_inf/18836)).
Symptoms of infection with the H1N1 swine flu virus are similar to those of other types of flu, including fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills, and fatigue. The virus can be spread from one person to another by coughing or sneezing, or by touching surfaces contaminated with the virus and then touching your nose or mouth. It is not possible to become infected with H1N1 swine influenza by eating pork.
A person is considered contagious beginning one day before symptoms appear until approximately seven or more days after becoming sick and until the fever has resolved.
You can reduce the chance of becoming sick with this new strain of virus by following simple infection control measures, discussed below. (See "Infection control" below (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=inf_immu/5932#16)).
An antiviral medication, such as oseltamivir (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_l_z/10489&drug=true) or zanamivir (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_l_z/93818&drug=true), can also help to prevent infection with H1N1 swine flu. This treatment may be recommended if you have been in recent, close contact with someone with a suspected or confirmed case of H1N1 swine flu. A discussion of preventive treatment with antiviral medications is available separately. (See "Patient information: Influenza prevention" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=inf_immu/10975) and see "Treatment and prevention of swine H1N1 influenza A" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=pulm_inf/19054)).
Antiviral medications, such as oseltamivir (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_l_z/10489&drug=true) or zanamivir (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_l_z/93818&drug=true), can also be used to treat people with H1N1 influenza to reduce the severity and duration of symptoms. (See "Antiviral drugs" below (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=inf_immu/5932#10) and see "Treatment and prevention of swine H1N1 influenza A" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=pulm_inf/19054)).
If you think you could be infected with the new H1N1 swine flu virus and you are worried about your symptoms, call your healthcare provider. (See "When to seek help" below (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=inf_immu/5932#8)). Do not go to work or school to avoid spreading your illness. More information about preventing the spread of the new H1N1 swine flu virus is available from the United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov/swineflu/mitigation.htm (http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/mitigation.htm)).
Further information about swine influenza virus is available from the United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention www.cdc.gov/swineflu/ (http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/).
AVIAN FLU — Avian influenza (bird flu) is caused by a strain of influenza virus that originally infected birds. Infected birds include chickens, ducks, geese, and other migratory birds. More recently, the infection has been found in cats and dogs that were probably infected after eating birds.
There are several strains of avian flu; strain H5N1 virus is the cause of recent concern since it has resulted in several deaths, mostly in Asia. To date, avian flu has primarily spread from bird-to-bird, and much less commonly from bird-to-human; human-to-human transmission has occurred rarely. Most humans who became infected had direct contact with sick or dead poultry or wild birds, or had visited a live poultry market.
A major concern with avian flu is that it may cause a more severe form of the flu and that there is little natural resistance in the population. At least one antiviral medication (oseltamivir (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_l_z/10489&drug=true)) may improve the chance of survival. (See "Antiviral drugs" below (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=inf_immu/5932#10)).
A vaccine has been developed to prevent avian flu. The vaccine is not commercially available, but has been stockpiled by the United States government in case it is needed in the future.
Updated information about avian influenza is available from the United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention .
FLU SYMPTOMS — Symptoms of the flu can vary from person to person, but usually include a fever, headache, muscle aches, and fatigue; cough and sore throat may also be present. People with the flu usually have fevers for two to five days, in contrast to fevers in other upper respiratory viruses that usually resolve after 24 to 48 hours.
Some people experience cold-like symptoms while others have fever and muscle aches. Symptoms usually improve over two to five days, although the illness may last for a week or more. Weakness and fatigue may persist for several weeks (show figure 1 (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/image.do?imageKey=id_pix/sympto23.htm&title=Symptoms of influenza)).
Flu complications — Complications of influenza occur in some people; pneumonia is the most common. Pneumonia is a serious infection of the lungs, and is more likely to occur in patients over the age of 65, residents of long term care facilities, and those with underlying illnesses such as diabetes, or conditions affecting the heart or lungs. (See "Patient information: Pneumonia in adults" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=inf_immu/2402)).
FLU DIAGNOSIS — Influenza is usually diagnosed based on the typical symptoms (fever, cough and muscle aches) that occur during an outbreak in the community. Laboratory testing for influenza is performed in selected cases, such as during a new influenza outbreak in a community.
FLU TREATMENT
When to seek help — Most people with the flu recover within one to two weeks without treatment. However, serious complications of the flu can occur. If you develop any of the following, contact your healthcare provider immediately.

Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Purple or blue discoloration of the lips
Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
Signs of dehydration, such as dizziness when standing, not passing urine, or, in infants, lack of tears when crying
Confusion or less responsiveness than usual
Seizures or convulsions
Severe vomiting or unable to keep fluids down
Treat symptoms — Treating the symptoms of influenza can help you to feel better, but will not shorten the duration of the flu.

Rest until the flu is fully resolved, especially if the illness has been severe


Fluids — Drink enough fluids so that you do not become dehydrated.


Acetaminophen (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_a_k/5275&drug=true) (such as Tylenol® and other brands) to relieve fever, headache, and muscle aches. Aspirin (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_a_k/21595&drug=true), and medicines that include aspirin (eg, bismuth (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_a_k/31687&drug=true) subsalicylate; PeptoBismol), should be avoided, particularly in children under 18, because it can lead to a serious disease called Reye syndrome.


Cough suppressants are not usually helpful; cough usually resolves without treatment.
Antiviral drugs—- Antiviral drugs may be recommended to treat or prevent influenza. When used as a treatment, the drug does not eliminate flu symptoms, although it can reduce the severity and duration of symptoms by two to three days. Not every person with influenza requires treatment with an antiviral medication; the decision is based upon your risk of developing complications of influenza.
Available antiviral medications include oseltamivir (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_l_z/10489&drug=true) (Tamiflu®), zanamivir (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_l_z/93818&drug=true) (Relenza®), rimantadine (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_l_z/223223&drug=true) (Flumadine®), and amantadine (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_a_k/11938&drug=true) (Symmetrel®). Antiviral treatment is most effective for seasonal influenza when it is taken within the first 48 hours of flu symptoms.
The best antiviral medication for the treatment or prevention of influenza depends upon the type of influenza virus, the likelihood of drug resistance, and some patient-related factors. This decision should be made by a healthcare provider. (See "Antiviral drugs for the prevention of influenza in adults" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=pulm_inf/4790) and see "Antiviral drugs for the treatment of influenza in adults" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=pulm_inf/14708) and see "Antiviral drugs for the prevention and treatment of influenza in children" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=pedi_id/18049) and see "Treatment and prevention of swine H1N1 influenza A" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=pulm_inf/19054)).
Side effects — Zanamivir (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_l_z/93818&drug=true) and oseltamivir (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_l_z/10489&drug=true) can cause mild side effects, including nausea and vomiting; zanamivir, which is inhaled, can cause difficulty breathing in some cases; most patients are able to continue the medication despite the side effects.
Antibiotics — Antibiotics are NOT useful for treating viral illnesses such as influenza. Antibiotics should only used if there is a bacterial complication of the flu such as bacterial pneumonia, ear infection, or sinusitis. Antibiotics can cause side effects and lead to development of antibiotic resistance.
Complementary and alternative treatments — There are a wide variety of herbal, homeopathic, and other complementary and alternative treatments that are marketed for influenza. Unfortunately, there have been few well designed studies to evaluate their efficacy and safety.
One homeopathic remedy, oscillococcinum, appears to be ineffective for prevention of influenza but may have a very modest benefit in reducing the duration of influenza symptoms (by an average of eight hours, with a range from one to twelve hours) [1 (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/abstract.do?topicKey=inf_immu/5932&refNum=1)]. Serious side-effects have not been reported but its safety has not been evaluated extensively.
PREVENTING FLU — One of the most effective ways to prevent infection with influenza is the influenza vaccine (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_a_k/131444&drug=true), which is given once per year, usually in the fall. The flu vaccine is discussed in a separate topic. (See "Patient information: Influenza prevention" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=inf_immu/10975)).
Antiviral medications — Antiviral medications are sometimes given to people who have been exposed to influenza but are not yet ill. This treatment is discussed separately. (See "Patient information: Influenza prevention" (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=inf_immu/10975)).
Infection control — For people with the flu, it is important to use simple infection control measures to prevent the spread of infection. Infection control measures can help to prevent the spread of influenza. Infection control is most commonly practiced in healthcare settings, but is useful in the community as well.
Because influenza is spread by contact with infected respiratory secretions, people with influenza should limit face-to-face contact with uninfected family and friends. The mouth and nose should be covered while coughing or sneezing, and tissues should be disposed of immediately. Sneezing/coughing into the sleeve of one's clothing (at the inner elbow) is another means of containing sprays of saliva and secretions and has the advantage of not contaminating the hands.
Frequent handwashing with soap and water can also help limit the spread of influenza. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers can be used when soap and water are not available.
SUMMARY

Influenza (commonly called the flu) is a highly contagious viral illness that can occur in children or adults of any age.


Influenza usually begins with fever, headache, muscle aches, and fatigue; cough and sore throat may also be present. Symptoms usually improve over two to five days, although the illness may last for a week or more. Weakness and fatigue may continue for several weeks.


Influenza is usually diagnosed based on the typical symptoms that occur during an outbreak in the community. The diagnosis can be confirmed with testing, although this is not always necessary.


You can relieve the symptoms of influenza by getting plenty of rest, drinking adequate fluids, and taking medication to treat fever and body aches, such as acetaminophen (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_a_k/5275&drug=true) (Tylenol® and other brands).


Antiviral prescription medications may be recommended in some cases to treat or prevent influenza. They are best taken as early as possible after the onset of flu symptoms, ideally within the first 48 hours.


Influenza can be prevented by the influenza vaccine (http://uptodateonline.com/online/content/topic.do?topicKey=drug_a_k/131444&drug=true) and simple infection control measures such as hand washing. Antiviral medications may help prevent infection after exposure.


Influenza is spread by contact with infected respiratory secretions (from coughing, sneezing, or phlegm). People infected with the flu should limit face-to-face contact with uninfected family and friends. Hand washing with soap and water or alcohol-based hand rubs can reduce spread. The mouth and nose should be covered while coughing or sneezing, and tissues should be disposed of immediately.
WHERE TO GET MORE INFORMATION — Your healthcare provider is the best source of information for questions and concerns related to your medical problem. Because no two people are exactly alike and recommendations can vary from one person to another, it is important to seek guidance from a provider who is familiar with your individual situation.

[randomkid]

Well, I would be worried, but that's just me. Honestly, though, it doesn't sound like the flu. Is she complaining of achiness, chills or anything flu like? These are the symptoms of swine flu from the CDC website:

"The symptoms of this new influenza A H1N1 virus in people are similar to the symptoms of regular human flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. A significant number of people who have been infected with this virus also have reported diarrhea and vomiting."

So, it sounds like everyone gets the other stuff - fever, sore throat, etc. If she doesn't have any of those symptoms and only the vomiting/diarrhea, I wouldn't suspect flu. If your DH is really concerned, you can always call the ped and ask what they think. The only reason to get to the ped early would be the need for Tamiflu, but they likely wouldn't give it to her if she doesn't have fever, sore throat, etc.

As far as everyone else in the house - whenever someone is sick here, we keep them separated from the others in the house. I wipe down everything with Lysol wipes and make sure everyone is washing their hands regularly, esp. the sick person. Seems to work. DD had a stomach bug 2 weeks ago - I used gloves when I cleaned up her and her mess, did the things mentioned above and nobody else got it - there were 5 of us in the house that weekend.

Hope your DD is feeling better soon.

[KBecks]

I would not assume swine flu, but I'd be watchful to see what happens and if she's not better in a day or two then I'd definitely be talking to a doctor and taking it a lot more seriously. That the fever is gone would be what reassures me to wait and watch.

I'm sorry you are dealing with it though! I would probably hole up one child in front of the TV, or I would tag team with DH and have the healthy child go on an outing.

[dcmom2b3]

Sleeping sick toddler on my lap, pls forgive abbreviations and typos. My rational mind agrees w you, M. My neurotic evil twin sees where your dh is coming from, though. Rational twin wins, here, for me b/c your DD hasn't had resp. symptoms, and now her fever has broken. Sounds like tiny tummy bug magnified by activity/travel stress.

PPT headed your way...

[bubbaray]

Fever is back now and higher (38.9C) -- was normal when she woke up this morning. SHe's not been sick (either end), though there is probably nothing left in her system. She's had some applesauce, pedialyte and water. SHe napped for the morning and seems better now. She'll have to stay home with DH for at least tomorrow.

No respiratory symptoms at all. She has asthma, so that's usually the very first symptom she gets.

However, DD#2 just drank from DD#1's cup. Sigh. I've been trying to keep them separate, with pretty much zero success. Double sigh.

[bubbaray]

Oh, and I phoned our gov't nurse line. They have been designated as the "clearing house" for all questions re swine flu and you are supposed to call them before going to your dr or the ER. The nurse said it didn't sound like swine flu as she didn't have the respiratory symptoms. She also said that sitting in the plane or being at DL wasn't particularly high risk unless she was right beside someone from Mexico (she wasn't).

[bubbaray]

39C with Tylenol now. Sigh. HOwever, she is sitting up. Still lethargic, though I would be too after her experience yesterday.

[WatchingThemGrow]

Is she taking fluids and keeping them in now? I'd watch her for dehydration.

[bubbaray]

Yes, she has had pedialyte and water and applesauce today. She says they hurt her tummy immediately after she consumes them (not all at the same time), but she keeps them down.

She's sleeping now.

[Tondi G]

Poor thing... sounds like a tummy bug! I hope tomorrow is a better day for her! Fevers, puking and pooping is no fun! Happened to us last year over spring break... went to San Diego and DS came down with a stomach thing. He puked all night in the hotel and then followed with diarrhea the next day (and a horrid diaper rash that came on despite trying to get a good barrier on his bottom with Aquaphor and triple paste!

Just keep doing what your doing.... keeping her hydrated. I hope no one else in the family gets the bug.

[mamicka]

Oh, poor thing. How awful she must feel.

Would I worry? Not about the swine flu, if that's what you mean. Not in the least.

[brittone2]

If she's not better soon, you may want to call the doc to reassure yourself. However, that sounds more like a nasty stomach virus to me than H1N1 flu.

[MontrealMum]

Seriously, I would probably be second-guessing my cool, "you've got to live your life" stratagy if DS got sick right now too, but I don't think your DD sounds like she has true flu-like symptoms. Generally, for me, I don't *panic* (read, go to the horrific wait that is the urgent care clinie) if DS doesn't have a persistent fever of 39.5 or above. Mostly because this is the temp that the daycare (govt) sets for calling parents and sending kids home. Lower than that and I don't tend to get *too* panicky, just keep up with the tylenol and fluids.

:hug: :hug:

As per your other post - if the Jello box instructions don't work, I don't have any tips since I haven't made it since babysitting in highschool. But I will say that if you just mix the powder with boiling water in a mug (wait for it to cool a bit) and give it to your DD it will really calm a sore throat as it coats nicely, as well as still getting some of that energy into her. That's what my mom used to always do for me when I was sick as a kid :) I like cherry and lime personally, but obviously go with what flavors she prefers. Or you could go to one of those amazing grocery stores you have out there and buy finger Jello (something *my* mom never made!) at the deli - I guess that's what you're trying to avoid :(

[bubbaray]

Thanks everyone!

As per my Jello post, she's doing MUCH better now. DH put her in a tepid shower while I was out getting Jello at the store and, combined with the second dose of Tylenol, she's like a new kid. Happily singing along to Mamma Mia. Did you know it has a karyoke version on the menu? LOL.

[bubbaray]

bumping for update

[elliput]

Have you made an dr appt for your DD yet? It seems that you and your DH would both be better off emotionally if you took your DD in just to rule out H1N1.

[WatchingThemGrow]

when my dd was puking a lot and getting dehydrated, they gave her zofran to get her to stop and to get really thirsty - which worked! chicken soup through a straw helped her with liquids.

[bubbaray]

Have you made an dr appt for your DD yet? It seems that you and your DH would both be better off emotionally if you took your DD in just to rule out H1N1.


The dr's in Canada are not seeing patients unless the nurse-screening program tells the patient to go in. They are trying to keep people away from dr's offices and the ER unless they meet the screening criteria (which 2 calls to that nursing line have ruled out).

I have just confirmed it IS rotovirus. Ewwwwww, the smell of the poop. OMG, we have been down this road with DD#1 twice before. I can't believe she's got it yet again. EWWWWWW. THe last 2 times, DH and I were also violently ill. Greeeeaaaaat.

[JTsMom]

Oh yuck. Poor DD. :(

At least you can tell your DH to chill now!

[ThreeofUs]

P&PT to your DD, you, and your family, Melissa.

How scary and hard for all of you! Hugs.

[WatchingThemGrow]

Rotavirus sucks. I'm so sorry Melissa. Hope you don't get it too. DH got it the first time DD had it, and I got it the 2nd time DD had it. I didn't even STEP into my kitchen for 8 days straight - bed, bathroom, couch - for 8 days.

On the bright side, we did get a new living room rug after it was all over :)

[randomkid]

Oh no... "ugh" is right! So sorry to hear it wasn't just a 24 hour bug. I understand the sympathy pains. When DD was sick a couple of weeks ago, I was nauseated for days.

[urquie]

oh no, i'm so sorry to hear that! sending lots of P&PT your way!

[newmomto1]

Don't have any advice that others haven't already given. I just want to say I am SO SORRY you're going through this!!!!
Stomach bugs are the worst!
P & PT your way.
Hope everyone in the house is healthy soon!!!!!
:hug5:

[bubbaray]

Hi everyone. Just got back from Children's Hospital. I decided (well, OK, with some encouragement from coworkers) to leave work an hour early -- as I was pulling out of the parking lot, DH called me to tell me he was on his way to Children's, DD#1 was much worse. He thought she was really dehydrated, sunken eyes, hadn't peed all day (actually, she hadn't peed since Saturday morning!), still puking, pooping water every 30 minutes, refusing to drink anything. So, I met him at Children's -- he had both girls with him.

Long story short (and 2 hrs in the isolation room -- Air Buddies is a cute movie). It is unlikely she has H1N1 -- and they don't think H1N1 is all that worrisome. She likely has rotavirus or some other random GI bug. She has to drink 200mls of pedialyte PER HOUR. Um, yeah, she hasn't had that since Saturday! She drank 50ml at the hospital in about 2 hours, which we thought was great. They said she was mildly to moderately dehydrated, but probably just under the level requiring admission. They only got her to drink there b/c the kindly nurse threatened her with an NG tube. Niiice. The dr (who was freakin' AWESOME) told DD#1 in no uncertain terms she had to drink and pee before she went to bed. Of course, now that she is home, she is refusing. Sigh.

They said it was likely DD#2 would get it. We're hoping not -- a girl can dream, right? My tummy's been upset all day, but probably from stress. And lack of sleep. And lack of food.

[MamaMolly]

Oh honey, I'm sooooooo sorry! Sending GET WELL vibes by the truck load! :grouphug:

[MontrealMum]

Oh my goodness - poor you :grouphug: all of you really. I will be sending P&PT that you're able to get DD#1 to down as much as she needs to tonight, and that the rest of you are spared.

[KpbS]

:hug: How crummy. Hope she can bounce back and that no one else gets it.

[JTsMom]

Oh wow! Never a dull moment, huh? Sending get well vibes. :grouphug:

[Neatfreak]

Good heavens! I really hope that the rest of you guys don't get it! Get well vibes for your poor girl ...

[wencit]

Oh, man! Your poor DD! Hope she gets well soon and that no one else in your family gets sick.

[s_gosney]

Oh no! I'm so sorry. I hope she's on the mend soon and the rest of you are able to avoid it. Stomach bugs are the worst!

[Fairy]

Melis, I've been off board since last week. I'm so sorry, this is awful. Please keep updating, and I'm thinking of DD1 and you and the rest of the crew.

xoxo
:hug:

[citymama]

Ugh, this is awful! I am so sorry your poor DD and family are going through this. Sending get well wishes your DD's way and stay well wishes to the rest of the family.

[mommyp]

Oh no... no fun at all. Lots of get well vibes coming your way!

[WatchingThemGrow]

so sorry!!! And they didn't do the "make her get thirsty pill?"

Everyone gave me (including you IIRC) great tips on getting a sick child to drink, but I can't find it on the search button right now. Wait - here it is http://www.windsorpeak.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=296886&highlight=zofran

I'll be praying for you all. NO fun at your house. Can everyone take some time to watch vacation picture slideshows?

[amandabea]

Oh Melissa, seriously, I'm so sorry! What a pain for all of you. I'm sending P&PT for a quick recovery for DD#1 and healthy immune systems for the rest of you. Take care.

[JTsMom]

How's she doing this morning Melissa?

[KrisM]

I hope she's doing a bit better? Did she drink and pee?

Ugh. I hope it's over soon.

[ThreeofUs]

Oh, no! Poor all of you!

We get DS1 to drink by offering him a spoon or a twisty straw. I'm sure you've already tried all the bribes you can, but anything she wants should be up for grabs to get her to drink. There's also soaking in a lukewarm tub. If she doesn't like it, tell her it's that or drinking!

Anyway, hope you are all well very soon. I'm so sorry!

[TwinFoxes]

I hope your little one is feeling better today!!

[bubbaray]

She drank some last night, did not pee though. She said she was thirsty in the middle of the night so I gave her pedialyte. She is refusing pedialyte this morning, though. Not sure what to do. I'm out of bribes, threats and *I* am not feeling well now. I kinda wish they had admitted her, at this point. At least then I wouldn't worry about her, KWIM? And, one go-round with an NG tube or IV and I'm pretty sure she'd listen when we told her to drink. Bad mommy.

Off to read that thread about how to get her to drink. We think we've tried everything, but I'm open to new ideas.

[Melbel]

nak
Sending prayers & positive thoughts plus 2 suggestions:

Consider getting phenergan in a gel form from a compounding pharmacy. After rubbing a little on her wrists, she should have near instant relief from nausea/vomiting w/ no icky suppositories.

When DS had his tonsils out and would not drink, I marked a container with the amount that he should drink per day to avoid dehydration. Any time he drank anything, I poured the equivalent number of ounces into the container. When he would not drink, we reminded him that if he did not, he would have to return to the hospital for an IV. Worked like a charm.

I hope she and you are feeling better soon!

[Fairy]

What about pedialyte or juice popsicles or ice cubes to chew on?

[SnuggleBuggles]

Poor little one! I hope she drinks soon. It's so hard when they are sick.

Beth