Active discussions

Meet the Other Phone. Protection built in.

Meet the Other Phone.
Protection built in.

Buy now

Please or to access all these features

Talk
Covid

Mumsnet doesn't verify the qualifications of users. If you have medical concerns, please consult a healthcare professional.

Original poster

17 year old in hospital

110 replies

OneLitreOfWater · 27/07/2021 09:02

Hi, I guess I'm just looking for reassurance here and people's experiences. He's on day 11 of Covid and went into hospital yesterday when his oxygen sats went to 95%. He has typically bad Covid lungs apparently, no infection. He's asthmatic. This morning his sats were 92%. His treatment yesterday was set as nebuliser, dexomethasone, and oxygen when necessary. Obviously we're not allowed to visit and are really worried.

OP posts:
Lalliella · 28/07/2021 00:08

Oh bless him, you must be so worried. I hope he makes a full recovery very soon.

Thank you for sharing your story and raising awareness Flowers for you and your family.

Fastforwardtospring · 28/07/2021 08:05

@OneLitreOfWater - guess it might be too early to know how your DS is today? Really hope he had a good night. For what it’s worth my DS is shrugging off my concern, he doesn’t seem too bad but am keeping an eye on him, and I think he would be exactly the same as yours, doesn’t matter how adult they think they are, they are still our babies💐

Original poster
OneLitreOfWater · 28/07/2021 08:21

@Fastforwardtospring Thanks for asking! His sats yesterday afternoon were 95 and he had them done this morning at 5:30 and he doesn't know what they were but thinks they weren't good due to being told to take a deep breath in. Obviously know more after the doc has been round. He's struggling mentally and feels vulnerable Sad I did read some of the ZOE research info and the more symptoms in the first week leads to more problems and my ds had a lot of them so if yours doesn't have too many it might all be okay. Day 5 was the first day I called 111 and it was almost daily from then so obviously worsening in hindsight but never anything that said needs help rather than rough time with Covid til Monday.

OP posts:
goldface · 28/07/2021 08:27

@OneLitreOfWater hope he has a good day today, sending you both lots of love and wishes that he is home with you all soon

ajandjjmum · 28/07/2021 08:42

I think Gin might be more helpful to you than Flowers @OneLitreOfWater. Not at this time in the morning though!

Sending positive vibes that your DS improves and has a better day, and you take care of yourself.

gogohm · 28/07/2021 08:43

SAts 95 isn't too bad, try not to worry - they weren't admitting people at that last year for context.

Hopefully his body will sort its self out in the next 48 hours or so. Sending love

VaccineAnxiety · 28/07/2021 08:55

Sending positive vibes.

Fastforwardtospring · 28/07/2021 09:00

Please update when you know more @OneLitreOfWater - I know when my asthmatic DD had stints in hospital oxy stats of 95 were getting better. I just feel for these poor kids mental health, within the last 6/7weeks, my DS has had 2 close contact isolations and now another because he has Covid, 30 days, he’s a sociable soul, now he’s confined to his room.

Cornettoninja · 28/07/2021 10:48

I’m sending you and your ds warm thoughts. Flowers

Original poster
OneLitreOfWater · 28/07/2021 11:02

Well thanks again everyone for keeping me sane Flowers And Grin at litre of gin suggestion!

Good news! The doctor has recommended he can come home, but can be readmitted immediately if he has anymore breathlessness. We are so happy and he is so very relieved.

OP posts:
Bagelsandbrie · 28/07/2021 11:10

@OneLitreOfWater

Well thanks again everyone for keeping me sane Flowers And Grin at litre of gin suggestion!

Good news! The doctor has recommended he can come home, but can be readmitted immediately if he has anymore breathlessness. We are so happy and he is so very relieved.

Wonderful news Flowers
Nikki305 · 28/07/2021 11:12

So relieved for you!

msby · 28/07/2021 11:22

Wonderful news!

Frasecam · 28/07/2021 11:25

So pleased to hear that :)

Mummyoflittledragon · 28/07/2021 11:43

That’s brilliant news! I have been thinking about you and him. Smile

Shieldingending · 28/07/2021 11:51

Glad to hear that he’s coming home, I hope his condition improves very soon

Fastforwardtospring · 28/07/2021 11:51

Fantastic news, so pleased for you and DS xx

Mindymomo · 28/07/2021 13:48

Great news.

rainbowstardrops · 28/07/2021 13:54

Fantastic news!

Ofallthebarsinalltheworld · 28/07/2021 14:26

Hi OP,

Just a post to say I really hope your son is doing well. He's in the best place and will be getting obs done frequently. I hope he is managing to rest/sleep.

Sending you virtual hugs and strength 💐

Peridot1 · 28/07/2021 16:29

Great news!

Standrewsschool · 28/07/2021 16:31

Wishing DS a speedy recovery

SwanShaped · 28/07/2021 16:43

That’s amazing news. Hope he’s home now

Original poster
OneLitreOfWater · 28/07/2021 20:27

He's been home about 4 hours and did not stop talking! Can't believe how much improved he is in just a couple of days! He said he's appreciating being able to walk and talk at the same time!

OP posts:
Blessex · 28/07/2021 20:32

Oh that’s a lovely update @OneLitreOfWater. Sending Flowers