CherylLynn24
04-24-2003, 12:41 AM
Hi,
I took him for his MRI's today. (head, neck and tmj) I suggested they break them up into 3 seperate ones, hey, that's a long time to be in there! His doc wanted to get them ASAP, which I can understand, so he gave him valium to take. The lady told me I could go in with him since he was somewhat nervous. (he managed with the brain scan a few months back, but that was no more than 20 minutes) Anyway, they put this huge thing over his chest and head so that he couldn't move, and told him that in between tests she'd let him get up and out of there for awhile. Well, things never go as planned, one of the MRI's didn't come out as planned, and the other one needed contrast, so he was in there for a straight 2 hours!!! And the MRI for the tmj, having to have that thing in your mouth did not look comfortable. I'd touch his leg once in awhile to let him know that mom was there. The last 45 minutes was terrible. I started noticing his eyes darting back and forth, and his breathing was getting erratic, so I asked her if I could hold his hand. I jerked my rings off and stuck my hand in there and boy, did he grab it. Now, he is at that age where he would never hold his mother's hand, so I knew he was having claustrophobic troubles. It was then, looking at my kid in this big clunking machine, scared to death, with this whole contraption over his head and neck to stabilize him, that my heart completely broke. It took everything I had inside of me not to cry. Afterwards, he said, "never again". He said seperating the tests would've been o.k. Thank goodness that's done, we should have the results by friday. I pray to God every day, probably more than he wants to hear from me, that my son gets better, and sometimes I get sooo scared and ask him to just please throw all this on me, I can handle it, he's too young. Why does life seem so heartbreaking, sometimes? Thanks for listening.
Cheryl
[This message has been edited by CherylLynn24 (edited 10-30-2003).]
I took him for his MRI's today. (head, neck and tmj) I suggested they break them up into 3 seperate ones, hey, that's a long time to be in there! His doc wanted to get them ASAP, which I can understand, so he gave him valium to take. The lady told me I could go in with him since he was somewhat nervous. (he managed with the brain scan a few months back, but that was no more than 20 minutes) Anyway, they put this huge thing over his chest and head so that he couldn't move, and told him that in between tests she'd let him get up and out of there for awhile. Well, things never go as planned, one of the MRI's didn't come out as planned, and the other one needed contrast, so he was in there for a straight 2 hours!!! And the MRI for the tmj, having to have that thing in your mouth did not look comfortable. I'd touch his leg once in awhile to let him know that mom was there. The last 45 minutes was terrible. I started noticing his eyes darting back and forth, and his breathing was getting erratic, so I asked her if I could hold his hand. I jerked my rings off and stuck my hand in there and boy, did he grab it. Now, he is at that age where he would never hold his mother's hand, so I knew he was having claustrophobic troubles. It was then, looking at my kid in this big clunking machine, scared to death, with this whole contraption over his head and neck to stabilize him, that my heart completely broke. It took everything I had inside of me not to cry. Afterwards, he said, "never again". He said seperating the tests would've been o.k. Thank goodness that's done, we should have the results by friday. I pray to God every day, probably more than he wants to hear from me, that my son gets better, and sometimes I get sooo scared and ask him to just please throw all this on me, I can handle it, he's too young. Why does life seem so heartbreaking, sometimes? Thanks for listening.
Cheryl
[This message has been edited by CherylLynn24 (edited 10-30-2003).]
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TiffanyAnn
04-24-2003, 01:06 AM
Hi Cheryl:
I'm so sorry for all you son had to go through. It is my heartfelt belief that doctors and those working in the medical profession just don't care. I mean all this stuff they do to "help" us is awful. It so often seems so inhumane and I often wonder how anyone with a heart could do what they do and go home at night and sleep. I always just hope that those people have to go through what they put us through so they know how much we suffer. I apologize for going off on that tangent. I get so frustrated with the medical profession. But I am so glad to hear the whole thing is over. You are a great mother and don't you ever forget it. Your son is so lucky to have you.
Tiffany
I'm so sorry for all you son had to go through. It is my heartfelt belief that doctors and those working in the medical profession just don't care. I mean all this stuff they do to "help" us is awful. It so often seems so inhumane and I often wonder how anyone with a heart could do what they do and go home at night and sleep. I always just hope that those people have to go through what they put us through so they know how much we suffer. I apologize for going off on that tangent. I get so frustrated with the medical profession. But I am so glad to hear the whole thing is over. You are a great mother and don't you ever forget it. Your son is so lucky to have you.
Tiffany
CherylLynn24
04-24-2003, 01:13 AM
Tiffany,
Thanks for listening, you're a kind person. I've had it with the medical field for quite a few years, now, so I agree with you!!!
Cheryl
Thanks for listening, you're a kind person. I've had it with the medical field for quite a few years, now, so I agree with you!!!
Cheryl
sunshine123
04-24-2003, 01:28 AM
Hi Cheryl: I'm so sorry too. I suffer from Claustrophobia too, so I can understand how Mike felt. Thank God that's overwith!! I hope things work out for both of you. Sue
CherylLynn24
04-24-2003, 01:57 AM
Thanks Sue,
We've got our fingers crossed!
Cheryl
We've got our fingers crossed!
Cheryl
sunshine123
04-24-2003, 02:02 AM
You're welcome!! Sue
autumn83175
04-24-2003, 10:06 AM
Cheryl,
I haven't responded much to you, because I haven't felt I had anything to offer you, although I read all your posts. Today I felt I had too. I want to tell you what an excellent mother you are. Your son must be so proud to have such a great mother by his side. I can tell you from a childs point of view, having my mother by my side to encourage and help me makes a hugh difference. She is my better half on my bad days. I'm sure you son feels the same way.
It is hard when we must see our children suffer. You are strong, wise and determined. I'm sure your son will get the help he needs because of you. I wish you both all the strength and luck in the world. Hang in there. You will be in my thoughts...
Autumn
I haven't responded much to you, because I haven't felt I had anything to offer you, although I read all your posts. Today I felt I had too. I want to tell you what an excellent mother you are. Your son must be so proud to have such a great mother by his side. I can tell you from a childs point of view, having my mother by my side to encourage and help me makes a hugh difference. She is my better half on my bad days. I'm sure you son feels the same way.
It is hard when we must see our children suffer. You are strong, wise and determined. I'm sure your son will get the help he needs because of you. I wish you both all the strength and luck in the world. Hang in there. You will be in my thoughts...
Autumn
totallyconfused
04-24-2003, 11:32 AM
Very well said, Autumn! Cheryl, I also have a son, but mine is only six. Just the thought of him being in pain brings on the tears. You are a loving and wonderful mother. Just remember that you are doing all that you can and are doing the best that you can with all this. I pray we all find ways to stop this disorder in its tracks. Good luck on the MRI results!
HRevero
04-24-2003, 12:50 PM
Oh Cheryl, you poor things over there!!! You got me all teary eyed! Poor Mike having to go through that. Is he still sore? I think anyone would get freaked out being in something like the mri thing for that long. I am glad that allowed you to touch him. He may never admit it now, but I think he knows how awesome you are. He is to young to be going through this, but hopefully that increases his chances on getting better. Cheryl, I am so glad that we have you on our team, there is not that many people like you.
Heather
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CherylLynn24
04-24-2003, 01:08 PM
Hi All,
Thank you all for your wonderful posts, they often make me teary-eyed! I feel very fortunate and blessed to have found such terrific friends!!! I hope that everyone has a great day!
Cheryl
Thank you all for your wonderful posts, they often make me teary-eyed! I feel very fortunate and blessed to have found such terrific friends!!! I hope that everyone has a great day!
Cheryl
shell389
04-24-2003, 04:53 PM
Hi Cheryl! Sorry this is so late in coming in. I haven't been on all day.
Wow, poor guy. But the good thing is that he made it through it. He deserves a medal for that one! He must be one strong willed kid to get through it without panicking. Keep praying and try to have faith that God will answer. I know it is so hard as I struggle with my faith every day I have a headache but on the days that I don't I always thank Him.
I hope you get the results quickly and they find a way to put him on the road to recovery! I will pray for him too! Shell
Wow, poor guy. But the good thing is that he made it through it. He deserves a medal for that one! He must be one strong willed kid to get through it without panicking. Keep praying and try to have faith that God will answer. I know it is so hard as I struggle with my faith every day I have a headache but on the days that I don't I always thank Him.
I hope you get the results quickly and they find a way to put him on the road to recovery! I will pray for him too! Shell
SCarpenter333
04-24-2003, 10:47 PM
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Shelly
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Shelly
CherylLynn24
04-24-2003, 11:28 PM
Shell and Shelly,
Thanks a bunch for your support, it really means alot to me. How are the both of you doing?
Cheryl
Thanks a bunch for your support, it really means alot to me. How are the both of you doing?
Cheryl