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Offline Sharmin

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please help quick!!
« on: August 10, 2008, 08:45:49 AM »
My son was transfused yesterday.   tonight he suddenly began feeling pain in his left leg - on the calf just below the knee.  He feels pain upon movement or tensing his leg muscles.  He also feels pain if I touch the spot.  There is a blue bruise the size of a quarter where it hurts.  There does not appear to be any swelling of the leg or foot.  I am afraid that it may be a clot.  He has started a lot of new meds lately.  Please help!!
« Last Edit: August 10, 2008, 08:54:14 AM by sharmin »
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« Reply #1 on: August 10, 2008, 10:28:23 AM »
Sharmin,

I am sorry,i don't know what it can be,i hope it will be nothing,i am sure Andy will be able to help you out.My prayers are with you.

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« Reply #2 on: August 10, 2008, 12:21:09 PM »
Sharmin, to my knowledge when there is a clot, the leg becomes  red and swollen. Why don't you take him to the hospital right away. Please update us. hope it is nothing serious, praying for him :hugfriend

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« Reply #3 on: August 10, 2008, 01:43:04 PM »
Oh dear,

I hope it's nothing serious.

Did he get hurt or did anything hit him in that place unknowingly?
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« Reply #4 on: August 10, 2008, 02:54:26 PM »
Absolutely always take your child in if any reaction occurs after a transfusion. Please let us know about your son ASAP.
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« Reply #5 on: August 10, 2008, 03:51:32 PM »
Hi Sharmin :
i m :agree to the people above ...sajid is right..
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Did he get hurt or did anything hit him in that place unknowingly?

andy' advise is the best ..zaini is hoping that he will b fine .. and manal is that it is not clot ... i think that it is (barsaat) over here in south asia region so it could be bcoze of any worm bite ... and it is nothing serious doctor will prescribe him a medicines those to controle the infection .. dont worry he will b fine ..... take him to the doctor and please keeep us updated ... UMAIR
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Sometimes , He breaks our heart to make us whole.
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« Reply #6 on: August 10, 2008, 04:49:21 PM »
Hi Sharmin,

If you are concerned than take him to the doctor or emergency for a check out. Since he had a transfusion so its better to strike any doubts. Please keep us updated.



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« Reply #7 on: August 10, 2008, 05:10:04 PM »
It is likely a superficial clot (thrombophlebitis) and won't require a lot of treatment, but it is necessary to show to the doctor immediately to make sure it isn't anything more serious.

From http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/thrombophlebitis/DS00223/DSECTION=treatments%2Dand%2Ddrugs

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If thrombophlebitis occurs in a superficial vein, your doctor may recommend self-care steps that include applying heat to the painful area, elevating the affected leg and using a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. The condition usually subsides within a week or two.
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« Reply #8 on: August 10, 2008, 08:12:15 PM »
Thank you everyone,

my husband took him in to emergency last night.  it was a long time, it took 5 hours for a doctor to check him.  But thank god, it is only an injury, they ruled out a clot.  I am so thankful about that.  They believe that he tore a muscle while running around and playing earlier in the day.  Thank you all so much for your support. 

Sharmin   :hugfriend :hugfriend :hugfriend
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« Reply #9 on: August 10, 2008, 10:26:48 PM »
Thank-you from the depth  of my heart

Umair  the cake was lovely I felt like a princess

Sajid  wow !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!thank-you for your ingenuity.

Cherieanne,   I Appreciate you ,your kindness mean a lot to me

Sharmin   thank-you for your kind words it's appreciated,I am glad there wasn't much wrong with your son

Zaini you out done your self  baking that beautiful cake  chocolates   I love it.


Manal   thanking you too.
Above all, you made my day special with all your warm  wishes

 You are, all, the best and I wish you the best too.

I did have a wonderful day full of surprises.I had no expectations Therefor, i was not disapppointed
I'm happy That I've seen another years through.All your supports has help me achieving this milestone

I'm already working towards staying strong for the year ahead :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl

It will take me days to get through eating those lovely cakes :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl

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« Reply #10 on: August 11, 2008, 02:36:11 AM »
Sharmin,

It's really good to hear that it's not related to the transfusion, and also that he's feeling enough like himself to be getting the normal bangs and bruises.  :biggrin
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« Reply #11 on: August 11, 2008, 04:50:37 AM »
Thanks Andy,

I hope you are enjoying your time in Florida - thank you for taking time to check in with us and help us out even while you are on vacation. 

Sharmin   :hugfriend :hugfriend :hugfriend
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« Reply #12 on: August 11, 2008, 05:08:52 AM »
Hi,

I hope he heals back soon.

Glad to know that he's jumping around though :)
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« Reply #13 on: August 11, 2008, 07:55:52 AM »
i hope that little champ will  heal fastly and back soon in the game again ... :goodluck
Sometimes , God breaks our spirit to save our soul.
Sometimes , He breaks our heart to make us whole.
Sometimes , He sends us pain so we can be stronger.
Sometimes , He sends us failure so we can be humble.
Sometimes , He sends us illness so we can take better care of our selves.
Sometimes , He takes everything away from us so we can learn the value of everything we have.

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« Reply #14 on: August 11, 2008, 11:50:37 AM »
Sharmin,

Glad to hear that the little one doesnt have any clots...As Andy and some others have said...You should take him to the emergency dept if not feeling well... Especially after a transfusion...

As Andy said as well having a blood clot, his leg would have been reddish to purple in colour and would have felt cold...

I have had blood clots in the lungs and that wasnt fun either...I had alot of pain...

Take care

 

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