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To be panicking re. call back to a&e?

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Finsmum86 · 18/04/2018 23:32

So took my 3 year old to a&e two nights ago as she managed to get hold of button batteries from a supposedly (!) secure location in our house and I couldn't be 100% sure she hadn't put one in her mouth and they can be very dangerous. I was almost certain she hadn't but better to be safe than sorry of course.

No battery showed up on the x ray so all fine.

Got a call this evening asking me to bring her back in to a&e tomorrow morning and I have spent the rest of tonight an anxious mess. The person on the phone couldn't offer any information about what it's regarding.

Anyone have any experiences of being called back to a&e after an x-ray? I'm assuming it's not battery related as I think they would have had us back in straight away and the doctor said when we were originally at the hospital that they are pretty easy to spot. But sounds like something semi urgent if they want her in at such short notice?

I don't think I will sleep tonight. No point to this post really and apologies for posting in AIBU but appreciate the traffic in case anyone has had a similar situation or knowledge.

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NeedMoreSleepOrSugar · 19/04/2018 09:19

I hope they can see you quickly this morning and put your mind to rest op. Flowers

Ansumpasty · 19/04/2018 09:55

Good luck, op Flowers

ZigZagIntoTheBlue · 19/04/2018 10:07

Good luck op Flowers

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CuriousMama · 19/04/2018 13:12

How did it go?

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Finsmum86 · 19/04/2018 13:12

Thanks everyone - good (ish) news. Lung consolidation so being treated as suspected pneumonia (which I understand is the first course of action in lung masses). Got antibiotics and got to go back in 6 days. I'm not fully convinced though. She has been permanently chesty since she was admitted for 2 weeks when she was 5 weeks old, so this is her 'normal.' I have taken her to the doctors a few times, only to be told it's nothing to worry about. She is never ill - no temp, snotty nose - just coughing and crackles and loud chest noises when breathing - something I have come to not even notice anymore as it's just her usual self. When I had calmed down this morning, I realised that it would probably be something to do with this.
But I guess it's good that it will be investigated if the shadow hasn't gone and the noises are still there (which I know the noises will be still there as per above!) when we go back. So it's turned out to be a positive really.

Thanks everyone for the support last night.

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CuriousMama · 19/04/2018 13:13

Glad you know what it is and that she's being treated.

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Finsmum86 · 19/04/2018 13:15

Apologies. That should say admitted for bronchiolitis.

Just seems odd that she is being treated for pneumonia when she isn't actually unwell? Running around like normal, eating and as I said just her usual cough and crackles.

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FoofFighter · 19/04/2018 13:20

There's such a thing as "walking pneumonia".

mumsiedarlingrevolta · 19/04/2018 13:23

My DSis went skiing with pneumonia Shock she was an adult but still...

so it is possible to feel ok but still need treatment

hope it gets sorted!

supercalifragilisticexpiali · 19/04/2018 13:25

Glad the wait is over for you OP, best wishes.

Tawdrylocalbrouhaha · 19/04/2018 13:28

I suppose they can't take your word for it that her respiratory symptoms haven't changed.

And maybe it's no bad thing if they monitor her for a bit - perhaps they can sort out the crackles, or at least set a baseline for future crackles. Glad it wasn't the batteries!

Birthdayhat · 19/04/2018 13:34

DS has had pneumonia twice and both times he was completely fine until he reached a tipping point where he couldn't breathe. So good to catch it before that point if that's it.

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Finsmum86 · 19/04/2018 13:39

Ah ok walking pneumonia makes sense. I guess it's just as this is her 'normal that complicates things a little.

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JessicaJonesJacket · 19/04/2018 13:40

Fins it's good that they caught it. You must feel relieved today. Flowers

BettyBaggins · 19/04/2018 13:43

How are things op?

drinkingwinefeelingfine · 19/04/2018 14:26

Yes walking pneumonia or bronchitis is a thing. Generally it requires more than 6 days antibiotics. I would try to get her into a respiratory specialist tbh. The issue with it, although kids run around and seem fine, is permanent lung damage - bronchiectisis. Not meaning to scare you sorry. My dc had the same so this was what I was told.

UrsulaPandress · 19/04/2018 14:56

And how fabulous that they picked up an issue. It further cements my faith in the NHS

Lifeaback · 19/04/2018 20:25

Your poor dd, Ive had bronchitis and it's horrible! Glad the wait is over for you and it's being treated OP Flowers

RaindropsAndSparkles · 19/04/2018 20:48

ursula how can something that has been missed since the child was five weeks old cement your faith in the NHS. I'd be asking why the hv and GP hadn't taken it seriously.

kaytee87 · 19/04/2018 20:51

I would assume the person that did the original xray might have been junior and when a consultant checked later they wanted a clear one? If it was anything urgent they wouldn't wait until tomorrow.
I know it's easier said than done by try to do something to take your mind off it and relax.

kaytee87 · 19/04/2018 20:54

Sorry op I've just noticed I've completely missed your recent posts and didn't notice this was old

UrsulaPandress · 19/04/2018 22:13

Sheesh. I meant A&E reviewing X-rays and following up.

I'm not aware that the child had X-rays previously

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Finsmum86 · 25/04/2018 00:37

Anyone up? We had a follow up appt today, and x ray showed the consolidation was still there so ended up being in hospital all day. Saw 3 different doctors, and each one wanted to check with their superior re what to do.
We have ended up being given stronger antibtiotics and to return in a week, where if it is still there, she will have to have a camera down her throat.
The doctors said it was confusing as if she has an infection that requires strong antibiotics, they would expect her to be showing signs of illness. They also are considering aspiration, yet that doesn't tally with how her chestiness has been constant since a few weeks old.
Then they were doing growth charts and things (she is really petite) which I know is in relation to cystic fibrosis. She has also had bouts of constipation which I know is a symptom, but again her presenting as completely fit and well doesn't fit the typical case for this either.
I'm feeling a bit lost, confused and worried. Plus my dissertation and final essay is due in 7 days and I have nowhere near finished either of them. In addition to splitting with her dad, and moving into a new place with the kids very soon. I feel like I am drowning

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CamomileTeaShotofVodka · 25/04/2018 00:45

I'm up and can't help with the medical side I'm afraid but will listen if you want to chat Flowers hopefully someone with more knowledge will reply too.

I'd be worried too and confused, sounds like a lot to take in, a whole day at hospital is a lot to deal with in itself plus your break up and dissertation. Regarding that - can you talk to your uni, explain the current situation?