COME TOGETHER...
I am aware that about a million things have happened between my last post and now...I plan to get all that in soon, but this is the best way for me to reach all of you. Reagan needs prayer. I realize now more than ever that I am putting way too much faith in doctors and not enough faith in God. God is THE HEALER and that is who I need taking care of my son. So, I am switching gears and believing that "where 2 or more are gathered he is there." I trust that you will all join with me and pray this little man into some good health.
Here is the story unfolded...
Reagan got tubes placed in his ears and his adnoids removed in July. Since then we have not seen any sign of an ear infection (PRAISE GOD!) After a tough recovery, he began school at the end of August. We all know that kids get sick when they enter daycare or school settings and the same was true for Reagan. Except, he never seemed to be well. Coughs, green noses, fevers, stomach bugs...over and over again. We started seeing an allergist and ran the standard allergy scratch test and immune system tests that are paired with that. Everything seemed to be fine. Aside from the slightest allergy to soy, Reagan was looking good. So, on to more blood work and a sweat test. More intense now and a bit worrisome, but again everything turned out fine. (PRAISE GOD AGAIN!) However, Reagan keeps getting sick. Viruses and more sinus infections. By this time I am just frustrated. I mean seriously, how many antibiotics should one child get? This can't be good for him either...
Just shy to 2 months ago the coughs began and have lingered. The allergist put Reagan on Flovent and Xopenex believing that he may have Asthma. After a 2 week stent of Flovent we were again exploring other options. So, back to the ENT and GI we go. The ENT sees thick mucus and says to stick with what the allergist suggests and add saline washes and suction to the plan. The GI says it could be Reagan's reflux acting up again and she puts him back on Previcid. This is a trial for the next month. (The only test to prove the reflux is not worth the effort in a toddler.) At this point I just want to believe that it is reflux that is causing the cough and that the drug will work and Reagan can play and eat and rest again--cough free.
Not the case, he began taking the Previcid on Saturday night. By Sunday the cough was so bad that I also gave him Malox (a trick from the baby days of reflux.) It seemed to help a bit, but wore off and the coughing started again just as bad and just as frustrating. After a great day at home for President's Day, Monday night was impossible! The coughs were every 5 minutes and to the point of gagging and vomiting. Tuesday the doctors were called again. The ENT suggests adding an OTC cough/nasal decongestant to the mix. Tuesday night Reagan slept better, but not without coughing. Wednesday morning Reagan woke up with 100-101 fever. The doctors were again called and Reagan visited with the allergist. He was diagnosed with another sinus infection and lots of wheezing. Reagan is currently taking medicine for reflux, a sinus infection and 2 different inhalers to combat the lung problems. Reagan's ENT and allergist will be have a conference call tomorrow to discuss what to do next.
I literally feel like we are being stretched. I believed that the doctors knew what to do...they don't. They are practicing...my child and all his medicine are an experiment. Don't get me wrong. I like each doctor. I believe they are doing all they know to do, but I want my son to feel good again. I want him to wake up, stretch and say yeah! I can breath, not cough, eat what I want to, run and play and feel great all day long. He is 2! 2 year olds should not have to stop and medicate 3 times a day.
So, admist my frustration I am asking you to join with me and believe. I need to believe that GOD will heal my son. God will guide me and He will heal Reagan.
Thanks for praying with me! I will keep you posted.
Just so you know...Reagan has stayed true to himself. He remains the most amazing child I know. He is patient and kind hearted. He loves to play and loves to snuggle. His latest addiction is to his quilt that his Grandma D's mom made. He wants it wrapped around him to eat, to sleep, to play...basically all the time. It is a chore to get it secretly away to wash it. I have said from the moment Preston and I conceived that Reagan was destined for greatness and I believe it with all my heart. Just to think of all the things that he has already overcome...I know that God has a plan for him and it is going to be amazing when it is fulfilled. He has a desire to learn and a positive energy that just makes me glow when I look at him. I am so proud of him and the little man that he has become. Imagine what he can do when he feels better...thanks again for praying.
Jenn