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Handhold please - waiting for DDs test results

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Newnews · 21/10/2021 22:35

I’m really scared. DD is 6 months and has been doing strange movements that look like little seizures for a few weeks now. Initially went to doctors and got fobbed off but went back a week later as I knew something wasn’t right. Saw different doctor who agreed and arranged referral to paediatrics. Saw them on Monday and they immediately ordered an urgent EEG as they think she might have a form of epilepsy called West syndrome.

We had the test this afternoon and I am terrified. So anxious about getting the results. What makes it worse is that they said they will call me ASAP when the report is ready which “might be this afternoon or if not then Friday morning”. So I’ve waited anxiously all afternoon for a phone call but not got one so I’ve got to wait overnight and watch the clock in the morning. Im so scared for her. She’s lying next to me and she’s so perfect and lovely and I can’t bare the thought of her not being ok. My older daughter has (different, unrelated) medical issues and it feels so unfair. Would be grateful for a handhold, don’t think I’ll sleep much tonight.

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GleamingHeels · 21/10/2021 22:45

holding your hand

bloodywhitecat · 21/10/2021 22:46

Hand holding from afar

Kollamoolitumarellipawkyrollo · 21/10/2021 22:50

It will be a long night. Well done for knowing and pushing for someone to look into it all. A strong mum is exactly what she needs. Hope you have some rl support but I know overnight that is hard.

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Newchallenge · 21/10/2021 22:51

Handholding. How unfair to let you wait now all weekend.

Flackattack · 21/10/2021 22:51

So sorry you are going through this. Are you back at hone now?

AdviceOnLife · 21/10/2021 22:56

I'm sorry you and your family are going through this.
I am sending so much support and good wishes to you all Flowers

Missingjigsawpuzzle · 21/10/2021 23:05

Hi is it ok to PM you?

Workinghardeveryday · 21/10/2021 23:08

Hand to hold here too xx.

Fairycircle · 21/10/2021 23:11

Bless your heart and your dad's.. Handhold here too Flowers

Fairycircle · 21/10/2021 23:11

Dd's x

Couldhavebeenme3 · 21/10/2021 23:12

You're in for a long night I think op. Handhold from me, let me plump your pillows and tuck the duvet in a bit x

DoYouRememberTheInnMiranda · 21/10/2021 23:12

Well done you for following your instincts and getting the best help for her you could. She's really lucky to have you for her mum. It may well not be what you fear xxx

ANameChangeAgain · 21/10/2021 23:14

Flowers fingers crossed for good results.

clockover · 21/10/2021 23:15

@Newchallenge

Handholding. How unfair to let you wait now all weekend.

It's not all weekend, they said it would be this afternoon or tomorrow morning.

I hope they call you first thing OP Thanks

mondler · 21/10/2021 23:15

Lots of hugs and support x

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SRS29 · 21/10/2021 23:23

Defo massive handhold

squee123 · 21/10/2021 23:25

Thinking of you

853ax · 21/10/2021 23:36

Take care hope you get some sleep Flowers

ScatteredMama82 · 21/10/2021 23:43

OP I have everything crossed that you get good news first thing. It will be a long night I know. If I know I won’t sleep, sometimes I find it better to just set myself up with a cup of tea and a blanket, and put something on the tv. I know it’s impossible to concentrate on anything but it’s a little bit better psychologically than lying in bed wishing for sleep that won’t come. Please let us know how you get on.

DancyNancy · 21/10/2021 23:46

Make yourself a cup of tea and get a book. Resign yourself to being awake for the night.
So hard to wait. Hope for good news in the morning Flowers

toomuchlaundry · 21/10/2021 23:48

Hand hold here too.

Spongeboob · 21/10/2021 23:51

Keep looking at your beautiful girl. What ever comes next you can manage it, for her, because you're her mum, you'll get through it together. You've got this, you're everything she needs and you'll be there every step along the way Thanks

Houseofvelour · 21/10/2021 23:59

Handholding 💖 I'm so sorry that you and your DD are going through this. The sooner she's diagnosed, the sooner she'll get the treatment she needs so as difficult as it is, try not to panic too much for now xx

ImitationofBeing · 22/10/2021 00:03

Hand hold Flowers

I hope they contact you soon with good news.
I've been on the side receiving not good news. Yet like many we keep on going with extra focus on laughs and happiness.

If its crap, we'll be here to support you.

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