Monday night we had to take the baby to the ER. He had been screaming almost non - stop since about 5:30pm. And he was STARVING - but every time we tried to feed him he would arch his back and scream bloody murder. Most horrible sound ever :-( We called our pedi who said that because LB was so young, we needed to take him to the ER (our children's urgent care center was already closed) at CHOA.
So, they said his reflux had gotten much much worse, and his little esophagus was inflamed. They also said that he most likely had a milk allergy and to try a soy formula. Well, Tue and Wed he was fine so we didn't switch his formulas. Last night, however, we had another screaming session and today he has fussed and not wanted to eat, as well as vomited. However, he is on Diflucan for his thrush, which can cause an upset stomach and vomiting. We will switch his formula today and see what happens.
Please be in prayer for us, that we would have wisdom regarding this situation. EVERYBODY, and we mean EVERYBODY has an opinion about reflux and milk allergies and what to do - and they all seem to feel the need to share it with us too. We are emotionally and physically exhausted from dealing with it.
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Also be in prayer for Joelle's family. They are walking through an extremely difficult time right now, and Joelle is very very upset and emotional about it. We cannot go into the details right now, but God knows the ins and outs of the situation. All thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated.
Praying for you guys and your family!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry that you're having to deal with all of this! It's such a terrible feeling to see your sweet baby crying from pain. I know everyone likes to share their opinion, whether you ask or not. Just nod along and then do your own thing. (Even if you have NO IDEA what that is!) You two are very capable of taking care of little Benjamin. :)
ReplyDeleteSending thoughts and prayers your way!!!
Thanks girls!
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