Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Yesterday my 3 year old had a seizure. I've recounted the episode many times already; to doctors, specialists, family members, and close friends. I'm tired of telling the story. Suffice to say, it was frightening.
Srulik lost his ability to speak for a couple of hours, and also experienced some facial paralysis. He was in the hospital for more than a day, being poked, prodded, sedated, and tested. The very good news is, he came home tonight. He's back to his usual mischief. The neurologist thinks it was a fluke, but we have to keep an eye on him.
These past 36 hours have been stressful. I am drained both physically and emotionally. But I emerged with some good things:
1. Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital is excellent, if chas v'shalom you need to be there.
2. I am very blessed to have loving friends and family. They called, took care of my children, cooked us supper.
3. I am so very grateful that Srulik is okay, because I saw children there who weren't.
Love, Maven @ 
7 Comments:
At 11:44 PM,
Anonymous said…
I am so so so sorry to read about this. What a scare...baruch hashem he's ok. My prayers are with you that he & the rest of the family stay healthy.
At 6:26 AM,
Stephanie said…
What an ordeal is right. My niece goes to that wonderful hospital..she has a rare disease and ends up in ICU every few years for a long time. I am glad hes home..I have been thru a few traumas myself with the kids so I know how you feel. Most importantly I hope you find the reason for this. kisses on his forehead from stephie!
At 8:15 AM,
Dinosaur Mom said…
Oy oy oy, I hope everything is okay with him. B'ezrat ha shem ...
At 9:24 AM,
Mrs Andy said…
Oh how scary for you. Glad to hear he's doing better. I hope you can find out the problem and act accordingly.
Get better little guy!
At 9:47 AM,
Ezer K'negdo said…
Glad he is back home healthy. My oldest had febrile seizures for 3 years - very scary. The thoughts and prayers of the EK family are with you.
At 10:17 AM,
Wendy said…
How frightening! I'm so glad to hear he's okay. Are YOU okay?
At 11:36 AM,
Anonymous said…
Baruch Hashem. I had a seizure a few years ago due to dehydration, and it is very scary...what a brave little boy! And a brave ima! I am glad that he is fine and back to normal...that means a lot. Please know I am thinking of Sriulik ben Maven!
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