5year old son has tonsillitis and i cant STOP panicking

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Hi im new to mumsnet, im sick with worry my son has tonsillitis for the first time and i cant sleep with worry, he says its ok and just a little sore, i have been giving him antibiotics and paracetamol, he seems fine but you can tell hes sick,im sorry if i sound dramatic i just need some reassurance x

How old is he?

Ops just seen he is 5 yes old. Was replying quick as I'm at work.

Poor baby and poor you. My DS is now 17 and I can remember those awful days when he was poorly and I felt completely helpless and worried sick about him.

i’m sure you’re absolutely terrified of Step A. Please, please try to remember that statistically you’re son is going to be absolutely fine. Especially as he’s on antibiotics. He’s your baby, he’s sick and it’s the middle of the night - no wonder you’re feeling vulnerable, all that worry and very little sleep. Try and get some rest before he wakes up. Sending you love, understanding and support.

It is understandable you are worried but a child with medication and a worried/alert mum is in a good place - because you will ask for help if anything changes. Focus on caring for him by following all NHS advice on e.g. fluids.

I think making notes is soothing, then you know they have e.g. slept enough, drunk enough. You can monitor temp a few times a day too if you wish.

Alternate the calpol with nurofen. That was the advice we were given a few weeks ago with tonsillitis.

Thank you so much im so glad i came on here you have made me feel so much better, he slept great and is on the mend, sometimes hearing from someone else it makes it feel a bit easier, thank u again xx