Thursday, October 23, 2008

Fungalitis

So, Chandler has a condition. What started out as poison ivy has turned into one heck of an infection. A staph one to be exact. He hasn't been to school all week due to constant itching and weeping (oozing). Gross would be an understatement. I took him to the Dr. AGAIN today, and they were speechless. It really looks bad, and he's in alot of pain. He woke me up at 2:30 this morning asking for Vicodin. "Sure honey, just grab one out of my purse." Like I really have those on hand. They swabbed it and sent it to "the lab" for testing. If it doesn't clear up considerably by Monday he is gonna have to go see the infectious diseases specialist, stat. For now he is on antibiotics, oral and topical. Plus, lots of Advil. I am praying it will clear up fast. Obviously I don't want anything to be wrong with him and he doesn't need to miss anymore school. That child, I tell you what. In the last 18 months he has had: 2 ingrown toenails removed, surgery to remove a ping pong ball sized cyst from his neck, and a broken tibia and torn ligaments in his ankle, which equalled 2 surgeries. So, after this I am going to have him placed in a large protective bubble. And, I am including photos. They are really graphic. So, don't scroll down if you are squeamish.







4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Poor guy! I sure hope he feels better soon. EC

Shannon said...

oh my gosh! poor chandler! that is totally gross and sad and awesomely disgusting all at the same time! I hope he starts feeling better soon and that it clears up quickly!

Simply Sarah *K* said...

Oh poor guy!
Staph is really common among kids involved in high school sports. My cousin was in wrestling and would get them constantly. I even got one in my knee (but the hospital gave me that one!). THank goodness for antibiotics!! Get well soon, Chandler!

Leanne said...

Wow, that's crazy. I am glad you have figured out what it is.