Sam is sick

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 2:43 pm

I collected Sam from his friends this morning to find him covered in spots! His scalp, face, back and chest is covered in them. I took him to the out of hours surgery and the Dr said he wasn't sure if it was chickenpox or a viral infection, I have to take him back tomorrow. I have just checked his mouth and he has some appearing there too, Dr said he will be off school this week :-5

Has anyone one else had chickenpox twice?

minks · Post by **minks** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 2:45 pm

SuzyB;725616 wrote: I collected Sam from his friends this morning to find him covered in spots! His scalp, face, back and chest is covered in them. I took him to the out of hours surgery and the Dr said he wasn't sure if it was chickenpox or a viral infection, I have to take him back tomorrow. I have just checked his mouth and he has some appearing there too, Dr said he will be off school this week :-5

Has anyone one else had chickenpox twice?

oh dear poor sam. was his first bout of the chicken pox mild? If it was he could possibly get them a second time... my girls are not free and clear of them, the both had incredibly mild bouts of chicken pox the oldest had them when she was 3 and jr minks got them when she was 9. Susy are the bumps just red, or do they have little white centers and look gooey?

littlemissgiggle · Post by **littlemissgiggle** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 2:48 pm

oh no i really hope he gets better soon, :-4

poor sam

minks · Post by **minks** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 2:51 pm

do the patches move around, as in flare up in one spot then disappear and show up someplace new?

Do you have benadryl? It's good to stop itching. Suzy I can't believe the dr can't distinguish between the 2 egads.

Viral hives are the itchy red spots that don't have a white tip, or look gooey and they will flare up and go away and flare up in a new spot. They of course will appear most prevalent on hot spots, neck, insides of elbows and knees, groin the worst. I am no expert of course ok.

kinks · Post by **kinks** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 2:53 pm

SuzyB;725616 wrote: I collected Sam from his friends this morning to find him covered in spots! His scalp, face, back and chest is covered in them. I took him to the out of hours surgery and the Dr said he wasn't sure if it was chickenpox or a viral infection, I have to take him back tomorrow. I have just checked his mouth and he has some appearing there too, Dr said he will be off school this week :-5

Has anyone one else had chickenpox twice?

Aww, sorry to hear he is unwell,

hope he's feeling better soon. :-4

I've only had chickenpox once but someone told me a while back, that they had it 2 or 3 times

Sam

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 2:53 pm

He had his first case when he was 5 and had them quite bad, i'll try to get a pic and post it. They are red with a yellowy blistery look. I'll just go get a pic to post.

pinkchick · Post by **pinkchick** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 2:58 pm

Aaaww Suzy...I'm sorry to hear that Sam is sick :-4

minks · Post by **minks** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 3:01 pm

SuzyB;725624 wrote: He had his first case when he was 5 and had them quite bad, i'll try to get a pic and post it. They are red with a yellowy blistery look. I'll just go get a pic to post.

awww

poor thing a second round then possibly.

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 3:15 pm

Thanks everyone, he was quite happy to have his pic taken for you guys to see them, typical guy posing for the girls

Here is a pic not that clear i'm afraid, they are just springing up everywhere, he is itching and scratching them now! I've given him paracetamol and antihistimines.

Let me know what you think.

Measles are doing the rounds as people haven't been getting their children immunised, could he catch that if he's had his jabs?

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Chezzie · Post by **Chezzie** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 3:19 pm

Poor Sam, Ive also heard if the first dose of c/pox is mild you can get it again:(

Hope he feels better soon x

minks · Post by **minks** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 3:20 pm

tough to tell from the pic. Did his friend whom he came from have dots too?

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 3:23 pm

minks;725636 wrote: tough to tell from the pic. Did his friend whom he came from have dots too?

No he's fine, I can't get a clearer pic as it just goes blurry, they look kinda like a sunburn blister, you know when they have water inside them. They are varied in size but multiplying quicker than rabbits

abbey · Post by **abbey** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 3:32 pm

Sounds like measles Suze.

GET WELL SOON SAM. :-4

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 3:38 pm

Thanks everyone, just showed him the thread, he is pleased with the get well messages :-4

Chezzie · Post by **Chezzie** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 3:55 pm

Chickenpox blisters begin as red bumps that turn into blisters and then scab over. It is most contagious from 2 to 3 days before a rash develops until all the blisters have crusted over.

Shingles , often seen in older adults, is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Shingles blisters look like chickenpox, but they usually develop in a band on one side of the body.

A scabies infection, which occurs when mites burrow into the skin, may cause tiny, itchy blisters that often occur in a thin line or curved track.

Inflammation may cause skin blisters.

Occasionally a prescription or nonprescription medication or ointment can cause blisters. The blisters may be small or large and usually occur with reddened, itchy skin. If the blisters are not severe and you do not have other symptoms, stopping the use of the medication or ointment may be all that is needed.

Home > Diseases and conditions > Infections > Measles

Measles

If you would like to learn about measles symptoms and treatment you will find the following information of help.

Measles is an infection caused by the measles virus. It normally affects children, but can occur at any age. It is now rare in the UK due to immunisation. The illness is unpleasant, but most children make a full recovery. However, some children develop serious complications from measles.

What are the symptoms of measles?

Fever (high temperature), sore eyes (conjunctivitis), and a runny nose usually occur first.

Small white spots usually develop inside the mouth a day or so later.

A harsh dry cough is usual.

Going off food, tiredness, and aches and pains are usual.

Diarrhoea is common.

A red blotchy rash normally develops about 3-4 days after the first symptoms. It usually starts on the head and neck, and spreads down the body. It takes 2-3 days to cover most of the body. The rash often turns a brownish colour and gradually fades over a few days.

Children are usually quite unwell and miserable for 3-5 days. After this the fever tends to ease, and then the rash fades. The other symptoms gradually ease and go.

hope that helps Suz:)

Post by **Bryn Mawr** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 4:04 pm

SuzyB;725631 wrote: Thanks everyone, he was quite happy to have his pic taken for you guys to see them, typical guy posing for the girls

Here is a pic not that clear i'm afraid, they are just springing up everywhere, he is itching and scratching them now! I've given him paracetamol and antihistimines.

Let me know what you think.

Measles are doing the rounds as people haven't been getting their children immunised, could he catch that if he's had his jabs?

Use Calomine lotion - it was designed for the job and will soothe the itching enough to let him stop the scratching.

Chezzie · Post by **Chezzie** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 4:14 pm

Bryn Mawr;725648 wrote: Use Calomine lotion - it was designed for the job and will soothe the itching enough to let him stop the scratching.

I bought some fab calamine lotion that was mixed with aqueas cream in a tub so it didnt dry up as much, was only about 80p off Boots the chemist

Indian Princess · Post by **Indian Princess** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 4:35 pm

If your outbreak the first time was mild , yes you can, and becareful if it is, because after he is suseptible to shingles, and yes children do get shingles.

WonderWendy3 · Post by **WonderWendy3** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 4:38 pm

Big hugs to Sam! I hope he gets better soon.

Have him soak in oatmeal for the itching....

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 4:52 pm

Thanks guys, although he is itching and complaining of headaches he doesn't have a temperature, but about 10 days ago he did have a couple of days off school as he had a bad throat and cough. I'll take him back to Dr's tomorrow as I need to know what is is as he has been near my Mum and she has no immunity at the moment, I'll let you all know tomorrow what they say

Sheryl · Post by **Sheryl** » Sun Nov 25, 2007 5:09 pm

I'm sorry SuzyB, poor guy. Calamine lotion and epson salt baths will help with the itching. don't let him scratch to much, can cause scarring.

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 6:07 am

Just a little update, Sam has the Dr's at 5pm, he now has spots appearing on his legs:(

He is quite cheerful though, driving me mad with his non stop chatter, just don't know who he takes after:rolleyes:

The little sod just said to me "Mum how do you get that line on your chin?" It is a double chin where I was looking down at the puter :-5:o

Peg · Post by **Peg** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 6:16 am

SuzyB;725827 wrote: Just a little update, Sam has the Dr's at 5pm, he now has spots appearing on his legs:(

He is quite cheerful though, driving me mad with his non stop chatter, just don't know who he takes after:rolleyes:

The little sod just said to me "Mum how do you get that line on your chin?" It is a double chin where I was looking down at the puter :-5:o

Tell you get the line on your chin from asking the wrong questions and getting sent to your room. :wah:

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 12:35 pm

Just to let you know it is still inconclusive, 1 Nurse says she thinks it is a viral rash a Doctor thinks it looks like chicken pox, he has been prescribed another type of antihistimine to take at night time.

Chezzie · Post by **Chezzie** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 12:38 pm

Oh Bum...I hate that when your left not knowing, they should know lol...Hope the new meds give him a good nights sleep, and you lol x

koan · Post by **koan** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 12:42 pm

Seems he's in good spirits. That's a good sign, no matter what it is.

Hope they get it worked out soon. :-6

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 12:46 pm

Thanks everyone, he seems to have verbal diarrhoea today, I thought the meds were supposed to make him sleepy, might just have to double his dose :sneaky::D

kazalala · Post by **kazalala** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 12:47 pm

It does seem like chicken px, blistery spots and itchy, but my son once had a viral rash caused by an infection he got on a scraped knee that spread through his body.

AW poor baby hope he feels better soon,,, so he can go back to school:sneaky::-4:D

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 12:52 pm

kazalala;726026 wrote: It does seem like chicken px, blistery spots and itchy, but my son once had a viral rash caused by an infection he got on a scraped knee that spread through his body.

AW poor baby hope he feels better soon,,, so he can go back to school:sneaky::-4:D

:wah: I was thinking that by 9am this morning;)

kazalala · Post by **kazalala** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 12:53 pm

SuzyB;726027 wrote: :wah: I was thinking that by 9am this morning;)

:wah:I make a terrible nurse, not very patient at all:o

Kathy Ellen · Post by **Kathy Ellen** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 4:35 pm

Suzy:-4 So sorry about Sam...WOW!!!!That rash looks bad. Hope he feels better.

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 4:38 pm

Kathy Ellen;726191 wrote: Suzy:-4 So sorry about Sam...WOW!!!!That rash looks bad. Hope he feels better.

Thanks Kathy, I do feel sorry for the fella but he is so hyper without school, the rash is spreading, hoping it will disapear overnight

Hope you are well:-4

Kathy Ellen · Post by **Kathy Ellen** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 4:52 pm

Good to hear that Suzy...I am well and look forward to talking with ya soon:-4

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 5:07 pm

minks

Susy are the bumps just red, or do they have little white centers and look gooey?

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itchy red spots that don't have a white tip, or look gooey and they will flare up and go away and flare up in a new spot. They of course will appear most prevalent on hot spots, neck, insides of elbows and knees, groin the worst. I am no expert of course ok.

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Pheasy · Post by **Pheasy** » Mon Nov 26, 2007 7:04 pm

I have not posted for a few days, so sorry I missed this. Sam, buddy, I'm feeling sick too - I'm with you Sam, it sucks to be sick. So here's what you do, you make sure that Mum and Jimbo run around after you and look after you big time :wah: Push it to the max. but not too much .... (cos. they might realise when you are feeling better - I'm still working mine :sneaky: :wah:)

I hope you feel better soon Sam :-4:-4:-4

crazygal · Post by **crazygal** » Tue Nov 27, 2007 4:35 pm

Oh sorry to hear that Sam isn't well Suzy. I hope he feels better soon. At least it isn't Christmas just yet so should be over with by then

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Sun Dec 02, 2007 4:31 pm

crazygal;726926 wrote: Oh sorry to hear that Sam isn't well Suzy. I hope he feels better soon. At least it isn't Christmas just yet so should be over with by then

Sorry CG, only just seen this post

It's not chicken pox they think it may be an allergic reaction?!?!?! Sam was off school all last week but he has to go back tomorrow, he's not looking forward to it, it's not nice going to school at that age with a bad rash. Am posting some up to date pics.

As you can see he is still in good spirits, just had Jim and Sam having a competition to see who can pull the funniest faces, boys eh:wah:

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Chezzie · Post by **Chezzie** » Sun Dec 02, 2007 4:44 pm

awwwwwww even with a nasty rash hes a handsome kid, hes got a cheeky little face, type that ya wanna squeeze his cheeks (not jimbos, sams)

Hope he feels much better soon x

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Sun Dec 02, 2007 4:46 pm

Chezzie;731510 wrote: awwwwwww even with a nasty rash hes a handsome kid, hes got a cheeky little face, type that ya wanna squeeze his cheeks (not jimbos, sams)

Hope he feels much better soon x

Thanks mate, I'm worried that he may have eczema again

Chezzie · Post by **Chezzie** » Sun Dec 02, 2007 4:49 pm

SuzyB;731513 wrote: Thanks mate, I'm worried that he may have eczema again

My eldest who's 9 has excema and we have just got rid of a bad bout, it got infected and ended up on 4 different creams and double base, got rid of it but as soon as we dropped the steroid cream its flared up again...poor little mite gets in a right pickle with it..

Pheasy · Post by **Pheasy** » Sun Dec 02, 2007 4:50 pm

He's a looker Suzy. You will have to watch those soon .... I can see yoiu might have a trail of admirers to deal with

SuzyB · Post by **SuzyB** » Sun Dec 02, 2007 5:00 pm

Chezzie;731517 wrote: My eldest who's 9 has excema and we have just got rid of a bad bout, it got infected and ended up on 4 different creams and double base, got rid of it but as soon as we dropped the steroid cream its flared up again...poor little mite gets in a right pickle with it..

I am so sorry to hear that I'm sending a big hug his way , mine outgrew theirs but it looks more like ezcema than anything else to me!

ThePheasant;731519 wrote: He's a looker Suzy. You will have to watch those soon .... I can see yoiu might have a trail of admirers to deal with

They just keep pulling goofy faces all the time, get it from Jim, here is Jenna the morning of her op!

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