Kimberly in IN Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Dd,5 diagnosed w/ cellulitis today. Has already moved from face to include eye orbital in a matter of hours. The dr has completely scared me about her condition and when I told her (dr) that, she said we should be quite concerned. So any prayer and/or good thoughts for Madeline are greatly appreciated. I am a stressed out mama. And, dd - has NO idea she is ill, at all, let alone seriously ill. No behavior, eating or any changes... This all has come on so fast. 2 doses of antibiotics via shot & blood work today. Tomorrow either marked improvement or admit her to hospital. Please share any stories that involve cellulitis in face and eye orbital going away quickly or ended up being nothing. Thank you so very much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HayesW Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 How incredibly scary. I will pray for you, your dd, and the doctors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
specialmama Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 :grouphug: Praying for you and your sweety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 A prayer for your daughter . . .:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natalieclare Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 My family and I will pray for Madeline and you. :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Girls' Mom Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 It wasn't in her eye, but a good friend of mine had celluitis in her nose and sinuses twice, and recovered completely both times. Praying for your daughter!! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 My ds has had cellulitis on his arm that was spreading very quickly. He was treated exactly like your dd and was better within 12 hours. I'll pray for your dd and you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornblower Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Dear Kimberly My ds had cullulitis in his arm following a vax. He recovered with abx without needing hospitalization. It is very good that it's caught early & being aggressively treated. I hope you see good signs soon. Stay strong, mama. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 :grouphug: Praying for your daughter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katemary63 Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Will pray for your sweet DD. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 I'm praying for marked and rapid improvement. If it's not better tomorrow be sure to get those IV antibiotics going and maybe a consultation with an ophthalmologist. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty in Pink Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 My ds had cellulitis on the inside of his thigh/diaper area when he was...3? He recovered quickly with a round of antibiotics, no hospitalization. Actually, I recall a cream (steroid?) that I had to rub on the affected area several times a day as well. Praying for a swift recovery for your little one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoyfulMama Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 My eldest dd had cellulitis one year ago- orbital to her ear/neck. The doc scared me, too! Years ago they would be admitted right away. Now, they don't because the abx (antibiotics) are better. Things I wish they had told me: It may spread overnight. Take a pen and mark where the cellulitis is now (outline it). Tomorrow morning it might very well be past those lines, however 24 hrs on the abx (draw another line) and it shouldn't spread anymore. If it does, then that is when they need to really get stronger abx in and faster, which is why they then would want to admit her. The morning after we started abx (like 12 hrs) dd was a MESS. She was lethargic. She still had a high fever, and the rash had spread. I took her to the nearest hospital rather than the long drive to the doc's office, figuring they would have to admit her. They patted my hand and were much calmer about everything. AND dd had then started to wake up more. They drew the lines on her neck and face and into her hair line, and were much more clear about what to look for. I think her body really needed TONS of rest in order to try to heal. It's a STRONG infection, and requires STRONG medicine. Make sure you take all the medication EXACTLY as prescribed. DD did require a second round of abx. It was almost a full month of medicine, however she felt fine once she was on abx! Oh, and there is no evidence she ever had it. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 We will all be praying for Madeline and for you.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 DD had cellulitis in her eyelid when she was 7 or 8 months old. The only symptom was slight swelling, and I rushed her in only because I am very prone to pink eye, and wanted to rule that out or get meds right away if that was the cause. The doctor scared me, too, but the real danger is in cases where it isn't being monitored and treated. DD took antibiotics, we took it easy for a few days, and all was well. I hope things go as smoothly for you and your dd! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 I am praying for your daughter. RC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimberly in IN Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Thank you for all of the prayers and good thoughts!!! Maddie's swelling has decreased. YEA! Now, just a normal course of antibiotics (unless the decrease does not continue or new swelling) It was rather scary as it came upon her so quickly & doctors acted so strangely concerned, plus no waiting in the que at the office. I am not usually a rush to dr type of parent but I expected/wanted the dr to behave nonchalantly, not what we experienced. FYI: If your child's eye area swells so that the eye won't open and turns purple in a less than 14 minute time period, rush to the dr. The entire office will take it quite seriously. Thank you again for all of the prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 I'm so glad she's better! What a scary time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HayesW Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 So glad that she is already healing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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