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DD says she is so tired but can't sleep and feels sick.

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TheOriginalFAB · 26/04/2011 20:29

Just don't know what to give her. She had been in constant pain for weeks with various GP's not having a clue what was wrong. She is now seeing an osteopath and is slowly getting better. Her MRI was clear but we are having a follow up appointment sooner than planned as she still gets headaches.

We have tried warm bilk, baths, hung towels at the window until we can get a black out blind but she just says she can't get to sleep. She says her brother's snoring keeps her from going to sleep. Have been up and he isn't snoring atm.

I had to wake her as she was still asleep at 8 this morning. She needs to go to sleep but can't.

Any ideas would be greatfully tried.

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Zoonose · 26/04/2011 20:35

Have you tried music? Might help relax her or take her mind away from feeling poorly. I'm thinking meditative sort of stuff. A friend recommended something called music to dream to that her son uses, I havent heard it but maybe you could look it up on Amazon and see what others there are and their ratings? Just an idea - I had v v gentle music when recovering from a general and it really helped. hope things get better for you both soon.

MinginInTheRain · 26/04/2011 20:35

Sorry you are having a hard time of it. Hope you manage to sort out the root of the pain she has been in - that must be really tough for you and her. Was she a good sleeper before this? Does she like to read? If she is old enough to do so on her own it might help to tire her brain - it works for my DD (8) who often struggles to fall asleep. Not much help tonight though sorry Grin

Maybe sit with her for comfort until she nods off? Lie down and cuddle? I know its not great for you but if you feel she must get to sleep asap...

Hope someone helpful wanders along soon...

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TheOriginalFAB · 26/04/2011 20:41

She has never been as heavy a sleeper as her brother but didn't have this much trouble. I think it started when her pains did but I can't be certain.

DH is on amazon now having a look. Thank you for the recommendation.

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TheOriginalFAB · 27/04/2011 08:10

DD woke up herself this morning but said she feels really sick. She has eaten and is watching tv before we leave for school but what can I give her next time she feels sick? She seems to feel sick every morning.

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DazR · 27/04/2011 17:43

Hi, my daughter (just turned 17) was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (M.E.) earlier this year. She had nausea in the mornings (and was sometimes sick), she was generally tired but could not get to sleep at night. She also had aches and pains, felt dizzy on standing etc... The symptoms for CFS are very varied and differ from person to person. One main problem is that they are 'fatigued' but the illness causes insomnia so they don't get refreshed sleep at night. Might be worth looking into.....

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TheOriginalFAB · 27/04/2011 17:46

Oh bugger. She does get dizzy spells and I am going to be mentioning them at the follow up appointment for her MRI.

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DazR · 27/04/2011 20:58

Hi again, my daughter also had headaches - in fact we were wondering whether she was going down the 'migraine path' - especially with the sickness/nausea. The specialist told my daughter to only do college in the afternoons. To get up at 8am (if nauseous - have toast in bed, otherwise get up and have toast). Then gently pace herself during the morning. A little bit of tv - then a rest. A bit of laptop - then a rest. Have a nap, if needed around lunchtime (no longer than 40 mins) and definitely no sleeping after 3pm. Bed around 10pm. Also to eat small meals throughout the day rather than 3 big ones. My daughter's nausea settled down quite quickly after starting this regime. How old is your daughter? Chronic Fatigue does seem more prevalent in girls. Has she been showing signs of anxiety lately?

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TheOriginalFAB · 27/04/2011 21:11

A doctor seeing me said DD probably had migraines too but he has never seen her.

My daughter is only 7.

She could be anxious about not being able to sleep and is having a lot of trouble and pain with her ankle but other than that, nothing.

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blinks · 27/04/2011 21:16

what kind of pain does she get?

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TheOriginalFAB · 28/04/2011 11:05

The pain in her ankle is not a worry in that it is a problem with the bones and she is being treated for it.

I have booked an appointment with the GP this afternoon so would appreciate what I need to ask to be done as quite often they don't offer tests but will do them if I ask.

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DazR · 28/04/2011 12:43

My daughter reached a crisis point when she had nausea, dizziness, weakness, pain, sensitivity to light and insomnia - the GP tested her strength, reflexes etc. and took a brief history of her symptoms and then phoned the local children's hospital and arranged for us to take her straight there for assessment. They luckily had an CFS/ME specialist on site that day who made the diagnosis and arranged for a follow up a couple of weeks later in his clinic. I think we were extremely lucky as due to the vague nature of numerous symptoms it is difficult getting a referral to the correct specialist who could make a diagnosis.

DazR · 28/04/2011 12:44

My daughter had pains as well - in her knees and legs.

BrigitBigKnickers · 28/04/2011 13:11

Sounds very similar to my DD who was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia- aged 11. She takes medication for the pain and to help her achieve a deeper sleep. She is mostly OK as long as she keeps up with lots of exercise which seems to keep her more free of pain.

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TheOriginalFAB · 28/04/2011 17:23

We are back.

She has gastroitis so has gaviscon to take. He seemed more concerned about her sickness than her lack of sleep so we have medicine for that. He is going to find out if the sleep clinic is still running and refer her if so. We will go back and see him in 3 weeks. If she is still the same I will ask for the next step.

I asked him about her having chronic fatigue and he laughed. He didn't want to go down that road yet as she is so young.

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blinks · 28/04/2011 17:53

has anyone yet mentioned reactive arthritis FAB? it can be triggered by an infection and can take weeks and months to fade.

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TheOriginalFAB · 28/04/2011 18:24

No. Fuck Sad.

I am really trying not to worry and get scared after I was called a worrier by a member of staff at school today when discussing issues with my son.

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TheOriginalFAB · 28/04/2011 18:36

Actually, it can't be that as we know what is wrong with her ankle.

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cyb · 28/04/2011 18:40

have they done anyblood tests fab?

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TheOriginalFAB · 28/04/2011 18:49

No. I had planned to ask but was so surprised he was actually doing something I forgot.

Her pain is sorted but she can't sleep, wakes in the night, feels wick when she wakes, occasion dizzy spells.

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Becaroooo · 28/04/2011 19:03

I have ME Fab and it took them years to dx me. 2 years from first getting ill....For a long time I was classed as having "chronic viral infections".

Why cant your daughter have ME at age 7??? The WHO define ME/CFS as a neurological condition.....not age related AFAIK!!

Sorry she is still not feeling better Sad

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TheOriginalFAB · 28/04/2011 19:18

I suppose he doesn't want to go down the major route straight away.

The poor thing has had one thing after another since she was born Sad.

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Becaroooo · 28/04/2011 19:31

I can sympathise FAB. ds1 was like that Sad

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TheOriginalFAB · 28/04/2011 19:34

Everyone thinks I am worrying over nothing.

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cyb · 28/04/2011 19:38

Fab I would ask for blood tests

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TheOriginalFAB · 28/04/2011 20:04

That is what I think too but not sure what I am asking for tbh.

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