T&A

June 13, 2002

In a message dated 6/12/02 8:12:15 PM Pacific Daylight Time,

writes:

> i have been doing the same here. Zeb's tongue is not the problem, it is

> definately the enlarged tonsils. I doubt the other procedure will do Zeb

> any

> good.

Hi Char, yeah, something tells me it's not going to be a " simple procedure

for , since he's got that trachea prob, we would probably have to go the

tonsils/adenoids removal route.

June 13, 2002

In a message dated 6/13/2002 8:49:04 AM Eastern Daylight Time,

Ltb3105@... writes:

> Hi Char, yeah, something tells me it's not going to be a " simple procedure

> for , since he's got that trachea prob, we would probably have to go

> the

> tonsils/adenoids removal route.

Hi ,

When are you thinking about having the surgery for ? Thought we could

bunk together for company LOL

Charlyne

Mom to Zeb 9 DS/OCD ?

September 5, 2002

,

Are you having the proceedure done in a children's hospital? All the

children's hospitals we have been in have a restroom in the room. I have

also made sure that the nurses on duty understand the situation with

and that I might need assistance. But to tell you the truth, after surgery,

was out of it for a couple of days so I didn't have anything to worry

about. He was back to his old self by day 3. loves applesauce and

jello so food was not a problem. We always have a problem when the IV is

first put in he is trying to pull it out. In fact we've had so many put in,

he knows what's going on before they even try to put it in. We have found

that the nurses and drs are extreamly helpful. You just need to keep them

informed of your situation. If you can, go to the hospital before the

surgery and talk to the nurses on the floor that JJ will be on. It might

lower your nerves a little bit. If you have any other questions. Let me

know.

Tollefson

T & A

> Hi guys,

> For those of you who have kids who already had their tonsels out--how

> did they handle it? The IV, meds, eating? JJ will have his out on the

> 18th plus have an eardrum rebuilt. I would like the hospital to give

> all med by IV or suppository. I know I cannot go to the rest room

> unless there is some one there with him.

>

> & Garry Parents to Sam 12 (DS), Tim 10(DS), JJ 8 (Autism, DS,

> Celaic Disease), 7 (DS, ADHD, Celiac Disease, Hearing Impaired),

> Esther (DS) All Adopted

>

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September 5, 2002

, as usual, spiked a very high fever and wouldnt

stop screaming had ot take him to ER, and had a harder

time coming out of the anesthitic, but other trhan

than he drank just fine etc, afterwards. JJ will be in

my prayers. shawna.

--- Scherbert <Scherb@...> wrote:

> Hi guys,

> For those of you who have kids who already had their

> tonsels out--how

> did they handle it? The IV, meds, eating? JJ will

> have his out on the

> 18th plus have an eardrum rebuilt. I would like the

> hospital to give

> all med by IV or suppository. I know I cannot go to

> the rest room

> unless there is some one there with him.

>

> & Garry Parents to Sam 12 (DS), Tim 10(DS), JJ

> 8 (Autism, DS,

> Celaic Disease), 7 (DS, ADHD, Celiac Disease,

> Hearing Impaired),

> Esther (DS) All Adopted

>

September 6, 2002

My little one, Timmy, had his tonsils/adenoids out and tubes placed in his

ears a year ago March. He was 3 at that point and it was a somewhat rough

surgery for us. It really took him all of 7 days to begin feeling better

and eating normally. He stayed one night in the hospital for

observation...that went well. We didn't really have anything remarkable

other than a long recovery time....Good Luck...I, too would recommend a

Children's Hospital.

At 05:02 PM 9/5/02 -0500, you wrote:

>,

>Are you having the proceedure done in a children's hospital? All the

>children's hospitals we have been in have a restroom in the room. I have

>also made sure that the nurses on duty understand the situation with

>and that I might need assistance. But to tell you the truth, after surgery,

> was out of it for a couple of days so I didn't have anything to worry

>about. He was back to his old self by day 3. loves applesauce and

>jello so food was not a problem. We always have a problem when the IV is

>first put in he is trying to pull it out. In fact we've had so many put in,

>he knows what's going on before they even try to put it in. We have found

>that the nurses and drs are extreamly helpful. You just need to keep them

>informed of your situation. If you can, go to the hospital before the

>surgery and talk to the nurses on the floor that JJ will be on. It might

>lower your nerves a little bit. If you have any other questions. Let me

>know.

>

> Tollefson

> T & A

>

> > Hi guys,

> > For those of you who have kids who already had their tonsels out--how

> > did they handle it? The IV, meds, eating? JJ will have his out on the

> > 18th plus have an eardrum rebuilt. I would like the hospital to give

> > all med by IV or suppository. I know I cannot go to the rest room

> > unless there is some one there with him.

> >

> > & Garry Parents to Sam 12 (DS), Tim 10(DS), JJ 8 (Autism, DS,

> > Celaic Disease), 7 (DS, ADHD, Celiac Disease, Hearing Impaired),

> > Esther (DS) All Adopted

> >

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> > Checkout our homepage for information, bookmarks, and photos

>of our kids. Share favorite bookmarks, ideas, and other information by

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><>ds-autis\

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> >

September 8, 2002

Hi ,

Brook had his T & A when he just turned 4 years. He had a feeding tube at

the time because he had just had a Nissen, we took the opportunity to do it

at that time because I knew I wouldn't be able to feed him after the T & A. It

took Brook about 10 days before he was OK and eating again. We just gave him

his meds and pediasure through his tube. Brook's T & A was outpatient. The Dr.

said that he had a lot of scarring indicating that he had had many

infections.

Also last April Brook had his tubes replaced and the 30% hole next to

the tube patched. This is not what JJ is going to have, but that surgery went

very smoothly and he was in pretty good shape. How long is JJ going to be in

the hospital? Let me know if I can do anything to help.

Marisa

September 8, 2002

Marisa,

JJ surgery will be done at Enloe up here in Chico. He will be in and

out, but we stay overnight just as a percausion. Thanks for the offer.

On Sunday, September 8, 2002, at 09:19 PM, poggim@... wrote:

> Hi ,

September 9, 2002

Hi ,

Sending JJ lots of hugs, may all go well. Prayers for a smooth

recovering. Take care.

Irma,STeven14,DS/ASD

>

> > Hi ,

April 25, 2008

Angie

I feel the same way My 4 year old Riley is having his T & A May 9 th and I don't

know how to prepare him We went to the hospital for a pre op visit and they

tried to explain what was going to happen the day of the surgery and what to

expect after I don't if he really understands what is in store for him I think

I am going to wait until the last possible minute I don't want him to worry

about something that we can't change If you have a better idea or find a book

please let met know Anything will help at this time I know the anxiety you are

feeling Please keep me updated

Good Luck

Amy (mom to Riley)

April 26, 2008

Wow Amy, I feel like we have a lot in common right now and you can really

understand what kind of feelings I am having. Even my husband, if he sees that

I am sad about it says to me " what? you don't want to do it " you know, in

their " I need to fix everything attitude "

Of course I want to do it! the end result will be great, I am just struggling

to figure out what to tell him and how to explain it. His surgery will be

between episodes, If it was during a episode it would be much easier to explain

it to him. In the past, he has had to be hospitalized for his fevers so he

understands the whole IV thing but I was always able to say " Jace, they have to

do this to make you feel better, so you are not so sick " and he was always to

out of it to question. Now he is in healthy boy mode and I need to figure out a

different plan!

I looked online a bit for some childrens books, I am thinking I will call back

over to the doctors office on Monday and see if they can recommend one to me.

I did see one online called " popsicles for breakfast " but I have been unable

to find one to buy.

Amy, let's keep in touch. I will let you know what I find out about the book.

Is Riley your only son? Has he had for a long time too?

Where are you guys from?

If you want, you can send me a direct email too @ arichards500@...

Angie

April 28, 2008

I didn't look into any books, however our Children's hospital had a great

brochure in story form that explained everything in children's language that

would happen on operation day.?They also let a parent go into the opeating

room?until the child was put to sleep.?

Evan?had his T & A in October and has been fever free since!!? Best of luck!!

Taryn

Mommy to Evan 5 y.o.?

April 28, 2008

I didn't look into any books, however our Children's hospital had a great

brochure in story form that explained everything in children's language that

would happen on operation day.?They also let a parent go into the opeating

room?until the child was put to sleep.?

Evan?had his T & A in October and has been fever free since!!? Best of luck!!

Taryn

Mommy to Evan 5 y.o.?

April 28, 2008

Amy, I said this same thing to Angie...hopefully it will help you.

, my 4 1/2 year old fevering since 2 years had his T & A on Apr 4th.

While he hasnt had the many hospital stays as some, hes not stranger to tests

and doctors. We explained to that we need to stop these fevers.!!! and

that on such and such, we are going to go to the hospital for some

tests....(surgery they dont understand, and dont need to be frightened). When

we are at the hospital, they will give us some funny jammies to where, and then

you are gonna take a nap at the hosptial. When you wake up from the nap your

throat is gonna be really sore, and you can have all the ice cream/popsicles and

yogurt that you want!: )

This worked for us....Good luck to you!

April 28, 2008