When we got home, Luke's cheeks got more and more red as the day went on. I consulted a few experts (my aunt, my brother and my pedi nurse buddy, bobbi) and the general consensus was call the pedi. So I did, and after apologizing profusely for calling and calling - he said not to worry, but it was either a random skin-sensitivity issue or Fifths Disease (a harmless virus) which is also called "Slapped Cheek Syndrome" He said that while it would be highly coincidental, it was possible, and we should just watch him. But he did put my fears at rest that it was not an allergic reaction to the medicine. So, we went on about our day with our little marionette!
Dear Luke's immune system,
Hang in there, we've been through a lot. Don't crap out on me now.
Thanks,
Luke's Mom
Good news, the next morning we woke up and the cheeks were peach and beautiful. Red was not a good color on Luke. But blue? Blue makes you look tough. For the record, the cabinet door won, but Luke's forehead gave it a run for its money.
Needless to say, we are ready for this week to be over.
Dear Luke's Mom,
ReplyDeleteYou've been through a lot!! Hang in there!!