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Post by seikashaven on Jul 28, 2014 18:20:16 GMT
He does have an appt with the Pediatrician tomorrow.
In the meantime I'd like to know if it's anything to worry about.
Last night I noticed a few raised red bumps on the outside of his mouth. The largest one is right in the center below his lower lip but even that's not huge. I assumed they were irritation from teething and his pacifier. I used Vaseline as a barrier cream before I put him to bed.
After lunch today they look a bit worse - more blistery looking. I'm not sure if they are fluid filled or not. They don't seem to bother him and he's not itching them.
This past weekend he had a low grade fever and two really restless nights where he seemed uncomfortable. Last night went much better. I cannot see a rash anywhere else on his body. He has a history of eczema and very sensitive skin.
Does this sound familiar to anyone? Hand foot and mouth? Food allergy? Just the combo of drool and a pacifier?
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Post by apmom on Jul 28, 2014 18:50:09 GMT
I'd be worried about impetigo because you say blisters but antibx will cure quite quickly. If it is it you'll have make sure he doesn't use any towels etc that anyone else uses and wash them hot.
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Post by seikashaven on Jul 28, 2014 19:06:03 GMT
Thank you for the suggestion of impetigo. I hadn't considered it. I guess I won't be working tomorrow just in case it's contagious. I wouldn't want to send him to daycare.
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Jul 28, 2014 19:18:01 GMT
I hope the doc can diagnose it quick, and that treatment is quick, easy, and painless.
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Post by sharlag on Jul 28, 2014 19:21:47 GMT
I thought impetigo as well.
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Post by seikashaven on Jul 30, 2014 3:25:57 GMT
Boo. Blisters showed up late yesterday on his feet and today we got the diagnosis of HFMD. Does anyone have experience? We're disinfecting toys and bedding and basically quarantining him until the blisters go.
My poor little guy.
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Post by kate on Jul 30, 2014 3:36:42 GMT
Awww, poor baby! Hang in there, mama.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Jul 30, 2014 3:45:36 GMT
Don't have any experience with it but sending good thoughts to your little guy ~ and you!
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Post by eastcoastpea on Jul 30, 2014 3:57:07 GMT
Poor guy. Hugs to both of you. It's rough when a little one is sick.
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Post by ljs1691 on Jul 30, 2014 4:10:07 GMT
So sorry your little one is sick. I think both my boys had it. Pretty much it is about keeping them comfortable. Don't be surprised if the blisters end up inside his mouth too. I would suggest nothing acidic and you might find his appetite is a little off. Just like any other virus, keep him hydrated and rested and it will be over before you know it.
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Post by scrapsuzy on Jul 30, 2014 5:35:35 GMT
HFMD is the first thing I thought of. Many parents have never even heard of it. I had, but had never seen it til I started working in an ER. Mostly I hear them say give them bland, soft foods if they'll eat anything, and the most important thing is keeping them hydrated... just as with any virus. You can alternate acetaminophen and ibuprofen to help with the discomfort.
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Post by pmk on Jul 30, 2014 5:41:00 GMT
Boo. Blisters showed up late yesterday on his feet and today we got the diagnosis of HFMD. Does anyone have experience? We're disinfecting toys and bedding and basically quarantining him until the blisters go. My poor little guy. One of my daughters had this and lovingly passed it on to me! My main issue was the pain in my feet - I really struggled to move around without the obligatory "ow, ow, ow". She had more blisters in her mouth than I did but we kept her fluid intake up and she bounced back quicker than I did. Neither of us felt like eating much but were told not to worry about it. hope he makes a quick recovery! |
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Post by SabrinaM on Jul 30, 2014 6:22:41 GMT
My first thought was HFM! DD#1 had it and she was miserable.  |
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Post by newlywoods03 on Jul 30, 2014 15:54:14 GMT
My boys had it last fall. So not fun! L had a tough time eating (he had blisters in his mouth and on his throat) and would cry at the table. He ate a lot of cold foods (pudding, popsicles, yogurt).
The blisters lasted close to 1.5 weeks. He also got a viral rash on top of the HFM blisters.
J came down with it 2 weeks later on the dot. It was much milder with him, thankfully! He ended up with most of the blisters on his hands.
I pray that our kiddos never get it again!!
Did your Dr. mention that there is a chance that his fingers/toenails would peel?
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Post by River on Jul 30, 2014 15:57:28 GMT
Poor little guy, I hope he's doing better and has a quick recovery.
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Post by seikashaven on Jul 30, 2014 22:21:04 GMT
Did your Dr. mention that there is a chance that his fingers/toenails would peel? No! Thanks for warning me so I don't freak if it happens. Poor baby |
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Post by newlywoods03 on Jul 30, 2014 22:28:10 GMT
Did your Dr. mention that there is a chance that his fingers/toenails would peel? No! Thanks for warning me so I don't freak if it happens. Poor baby I didn't want to scare you, but thought you should know. Our Pedi said it happens in some cases. My boys' fingers peeled (like around where the blisters were) and they had a couple of fingernails and toenails that started peeling. It was so odd, but it never seemed to bother them.
It started happening about 4 or so weeks after getting the blisters.
Hope your cutie is feeling better soon!
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Post by leslie132 on Jul 31, 2014 1:28:24 GMT
I thought HFM right away. And prayed that it wasn't this. I hate HFM. My oldest had it and his mouth was polluted with blisters. Honestly nothing else seemed as bad as his mouth. He sat and cried...our doctor have us "magic swizel" for his mouth. It was a mix that numbed everything up.
I know I sound dramatic, but my guy slept thru high fevers and never whimpered. This was his first full out I need Mommy issue! Good luck!!
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