Just need to share/feeling worried.

inluv4life2

I mentioned a bit ago that DD fell in our kitchen and got a concussion about two weeks ago on a Friday. Well, the radiologist saw something strange on her xray and had us follow up w our ped the very next Monday. Turns out she had a strange skull bone makeup (unrelated to the concussion) that was concerning and could be an indicator of a couple serious conditions. We were referred to a pediatric neurosurgeon who we saw today. He's pretty convinced everything is totally fine but wants a CT just in case. He was able to rule out all but one condition completely and feels 99.9% sure she doesn't have it.

H and I were definitely counting our blessings sitting in that waiting room and seeing several children with obvious issues and conditions. It was heart breaking. Even the doctor said "I see scary shit all day. Your worst scenario is likely one B on a future report card. Please don't worry."

And even though he said that, I am still a little worried! I don't think I'll stop until the the scan is done and results are in. Please tell me I'm not insane to worry about my kid. I'm usually not the worrier, that's DH job. But that little nagging feeling is in my mind. I just love my little nugget and want her to be a-ok!!!

Any suggestions on how to handle the wait until all this over? Anyone else deal with something similar. Anyone have any good jokes?

And for reading, here's a pic of my sweet girl with some of the items she sewed with her Sew Cool sewing machine.

Codypup

Big hugs, I know this is really scary. Keep us updated...do you know when you'll get the official word that everything is okay?

courtls22

I'm sorry you're going through this. Your DD is a cutie and is already awesome at sewing! If the doctor said not to worry, try not to, but I know that is easier said than done. 

When is the CT scan and how soon would you get the results? It has to be scary to have all of this come about unexpectedly. Once again, try to focus on what the doctor said. Let us know how it goes. I'll have you all in my thoughts!

shellbell3845

(((hugs))) mama! That's a lot to handle and a lot to think about. I think it's natural to worry, but it sounds like you're getting great medical care. You'll be in my thoughts. Keep us posted and let us help you!

inluv4life2

Thanks for the reassurance. It really does help! Sorry for the post and run. I opted right before I left work and came home to a bunch of crankies.

The scan will likely be next week and the results the week after. I'll try not to worry but know I won't totally exhale until I know with certainty that she's fine.

djtippietoes

I agree with everyone else. It's totally normal to worry.  That said, it does sound like the doctor doesn't think there's an issue, so you can at least find some reassurance in that while you wait.  (((hugs)))

inluv4life2

Thanks everyone. It feels good to know it's natural to worry and that I'm not a total whackadoodle. I'll try to keep busy, I certainly have enough other stuff to focus on btwn work and home. Thanks for listening and letting me "talk it out". That really helps more than you know! Xo!

rachaelmary

Lots of hugs, mama! I'm so sorry this happened. It's completely normal to worry, that's what we are for .

Keep us updated!

sdlaura

I get the worry. There's nothing worse than being scared for your kid's health. But worrying isn't going to change anything. It's easier said than done, but try to remember that we live in a place and time with phenomenal medical technologies and care. Even in the small chance that something is seriously wrong, I would imagine there are treatments for it. I'm amazed everyday that my kid was born with a serious heart defect, and left the hospital 5 days after open heart surgery on nothing but Tylenol, and is unlikely to have any future complications. Hang in there!

narcissticbeaut

lots of hugs. its hard not to worry, were moms its in our dna. ill be sending good thoughts and prayers your way!

flightview

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RondackHiker

It's totally normal to worry. Try to stay busy and keep reminding yourself that this isn't a horrible situation. It's scary and hard and I'm sorry you're dealing with this!

Karlamo

I'm sorry. I wouldn't know how to not worry. Will the CT be soon so you're not in limbo?

boogerbearoriginal

::hugs::

I hope the CT Scan reaffirms the Drs opinion that nothing is amiss.

ahare2009

So sorry you're dealing with this. As others have said, it is normal to worry. I hope you get reassurance soon.

nebraska84

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We just went though skull surgery with DS2, please PM me if you have any questions or want to chat with someone who has gone through neuro and plastic surgery appts. Thoughts and prayers