yay!
Cardiologist called me this morning. He reviewed Alex's results of the Blood Pressure monitor Alex wore for 24 hrs and he said everything looks fine. We do not need to worry.
His average BP was 116/63.
The highest was 139/78
The lowest was 88/45
Normal BP one should have is 120/80 so for him to be 116/63 is very good. The monitor he wore, took his BP every 15-30 mins for 24 hrs.
Cardiologist said that I do not need to bring him in until next year.
So Alex does have White Coat Hypertension. :)
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Friday, October 30, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
The H1N1 vaccines
Yesterday our pediatricians office received a small shipment of H1N1 shots. A nurse called me this morning to schedule Elyse. I was able to schedule both Alex and Elyse for tonight. Alex is the one to always get colds, he's already been sick twice since school started. Elyse is getting the shot and Alex might be get the mist, but they are going to check first if maybe he needs the shot instead. Both seasonal & H1N1 mist contains the live virus which can cause the Flu like symptoms (but not always). Both Elyse and Alex had the seasonal flu mist in September and neither had reactions.
It was a tough choice whether to vaccine or not. There is so much information going on. I'm hoping and praying that I'm making the right choice FOR them. I've read both sides, but I have to do what’s best for Elyse. Most of the children with medical issues (like Elyse) are the ones ending up in the ICU. Alex has a better chance of fighting it off.
I also got to speak to the kids cardiologist yesterday. I wanted to make sure I didn't have to bring in Alex sooner. He said he will have the office mail us a blood pressure cuff (which I believe) Alex will wear for 24 hours that will record his readings. It will take his BP several times a day. This way, he'll be more relax and get a more accurate reading. Afterwards, I'll mail the cuff to the cardiologist office and we'll have the results in a couple of weeks before his appointment in January. I feel so much better. I really didn't want to wait until January because what if it is high. Better safe than sorry.
It was a tough choice whether to vaccine or not. There is so much information going on. I'm hoping and praying that I'm making the right choice FOR them. I've read both sides, but I have to do what’s best for Elyse. Most of the children with medical issues (like Elyse) are the ones ending up in the ICU. Alex has a better chance of fighting it off.
I also got to speak to the kids cardiologist yesterday. I wanted to make sure I didn't have to bring in Alex sooner. He said he will have the office mail us a blood pressure cuff (which I believe) Alex will wear for 24 hours that will record his readings. It will take his BP several times a day. This way, he'll be more relax and get a more accurate reading. Afterwards, I'll mail the cuff to the cardiologist office and we'll have the results in a couple of weeks before his appointment in January. I feel so much better. I really didn't want to wait until January because what if it is high. Better safe than sorry.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Alex
Today Alex had his 13/14 year check up (he turns 14 in January). He is in the 90 (height) 95 (weight) percentile. The pediatrician said he is as tall as a 16 year old (sigh!). I did walk out of the room so he could examine him privately. When I was called back, the doctor explained to me that his BP (blood pressure) is a little elevated. It was 130/90 - (should be below 120/80).
Some of you might recall, last year I had to schedule him an appointment with Elyse's cardiologist for a EKG & echocardiogram. They blamed the ADHD medication and anxiety for the high BP. Currently he isn't on any medication except allergy shots (which i forgot to mention - Oops!). He hasn't been on the ADHD stuff since last year. The pediatrician isn't too concern though. He also thinks that Alex might be getting nervous, raising his BP based on his heart rate. He suggested we make the followup appointment with cardiology before he did any blood testing or ultrasound and let cardiology decide what the next step should be. Good thing I've already schedule both Alex & Elyse for January (sigh!), but I may end up rescheduling it soon now that we know his BP is still elevated.
Seriously, taking Elyse is nerve wrecking, having to take both will be worse. Hopefully it's just anxiety like the doctor thinks. My mother has a BP cuff, so the pediatrician suggested we taken his BP a few times a day to see how the numbers look prior to the cardiologist appointment. That way we'll know for sure if it is anxiety or something else.
Some of you might recall, last year I had to schedule him an appointment with Elyse's cardiologist for a EKG & echocardiogram. They blamed the ADHD medication and anxiety for the high BP. Currently he isn't on any medication except allergy shots (which i forgot to mention - Oops!). He hasn't been on the ADHD stuff since last year. The pediatrician isn't too concern though. He also thinks that Alex might be getting nervous, raising his BP based on his heart rate. He suggested we make the followup appointment with cardiology before he did any blood testing or ultrasound and let cardiology decide what the next step should be. Good thing I've already schedule both Alex & Elyse for January (sigh!), but I may end up rescheduling it soon now that we know his BP is still elevated.
Seriously, taking Elyse is nerve wrecking, having to take both will be worse. Hopefully it's just anxiety like the doctor thinks. My mother has a BP cuff, so the pediatrician suggested we taken his BP a few times a day to see how the numbers look prior to the cardiologist appointment. That way we'll know for sure if it is anxiety or something else.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
MRI results
Elyse's head MRI was reviewed yesterday by her doctor, neurologist and neuroradiologist. They compared it to the MRI done 6 months ago and...
There was no change! Everything is stable. =)
There was no change! Everything is stable. =)
Friday, October 9, 2009
miscellaneous stuff
Elyse & Leanis
This is Leanis. Leanis lives across the street from us. Elyse loves to play with her. Well it's been a pain coming home from the babysitters house. If she sees Leanis, Elyse will try to run across the street. I have to take her to say Hi. They don't talk. They just smile at each other, hold hands and sing, "ring around the rosey". Then I have to carry her back home because of course, she's screaming and kicking.
Watching Yo Gabba Gabba
Finally, I've found something that will keep her calm! Not even Elmo or Dora keeps her this interested. Which I know is good, but sometimes I do need her occupied while I cook.
Baseball
Here she's playing baseball. Papi is proud.
Speech update
We are amazed at Elyse's vocabulary. She's still learning, but it's cute hearing her express herself.
Wednesday, we went to Target. She's trying to tell me something, Lalo replied and she immediately told him... "I talking to Mami"
:) You know I'm loving that one.
Family new
Elyse has a new cousin. Baby Jacob was born last week. We visited Lalo's sister on Sunday and Elyse was so happy. She got to carry baby Jacob. She was so proud. I have many pictures, but I haven't had time to edit them.
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