A.G.E - Acute Gastroenteritis

Ok, this is something new that I have learned last two weeks. Not that I am asking for it, but what to do, Daniel developed the viral infection - namely the above. And it was caused by a virus called ROTAVIRUS. Kecian my baby. He couldnt eat anything, drink anything, and he was in pain so much that we were practically lost. Whatever that we try to give him he vomitted out. Not only that he did not have any food going in, whatever food that was stored in his body is also coming out, via diarroeha. And it started when we were still in Sabah. Just imagine, there wasnt any child specialist there that could diagnose his sickness. Normal doctor that we went asked us to monitor only. Luckily we were already flying back the next day. Even the fever medicine also prescribed 5ml for a 1 year plus kid. I mean, isn't that a bit too heavy ?

So, for 2 days, no food went into Daniel's stomach, and his fever rose higher. Finally we reached home, close to 1 in the morning. We thought of sending him to hospital in the morning , but as his condition worsen. We left the house to SMC (now known as SSC) at 4 something in the morn, and that was when Doc diagnosed him as having A.G.E. Caused still unknown. Need to be admitted but bed in SMC is full. So need to find another hospital. Just imagined our dissapointment of hearing that. Daniel was already in pain, need to go and search another hospital some more. One thing lucky is that we are staying in KL, so there are numerous hospitals around. We took the letter and drove to A&E at SJMC pulak.

At SJMC, the nurse was taking measurement of Daniel's weight, height, temperature, pulse, etc... But Daniel this time was too sick to bother being a gentlemen. He let out his cries whenever the nurse tries to touch him whatsoever. The doctor advised Daniel to be admitted and placed on drip as he had not eaten anything at all. Not even milk. Thank God for the insurance that Egbert started buying for Daniel since he was 2 months old. These are the times where it is very much needed. We took the 2 bed per room, as it was within the medical card limit. Once we have finish the admittance procedures, time to put Daniel on the drip. And nothing saddens me more that to look at his small face, crying for me. Thank God the doc and nurses were gentle enough, and they only need a single poke to the vein.

As I recalled back all of it now, I am getting teary-eyed. So, I 'll stop here for now and continue the story later.

 - PART 2 -

Daniel stayed in the hospital for 2 days, and was discharged only on Mon early in the morn (midnight actually). That was because Dr Khoo wanted him to finish the drip first before he goes back. All in all, he was given 3 full pine of glucose and salt. While he was in the hospital, he slept alot, poo-poo alot, fever went up and down the first day, but ate very little (almost nothing can go in on the first day) and cry alot. Second day he was better already. Can eat about 5 spoonful of porridge. And getting better by nighttime. Still cannot give him any milk yet, for at least another 2 more days.

Now, Daniel has recover totally, and he eats a lot. Porridge, milk, raisins, grapes, vitagen, gardenia bread (his favourite) and whatever food he sees on the table, he sure ask for some. Am now glad that he is back to normal. This serves as a lesson to us all, to be very careful with our surroundings - cleanliness and all.

Eight Gifts That Don't Cost A Cent

This simple checklist can help measure how you are nurturing your relationships. The author of these thoughts is unknown, but deeply appreciated.

i. The Gift of Listening

   But you must really listen. Don't interrupt, don't daydream, don't plan your response. Just listen.

ii. The Gift of Affection

    Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends.

iii. The Gift of Laughter

    Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say, "I love to laugh with you."

iv. The Gift of Solitude

    There are times when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Be sensitive to those times and give the gift of solitude to others.

v. The Gift of a Favour

    Every day, go out of your way to do something kind.

vi. The Gift of a Written Note

     It can be a simple "Thanks for the help" note or a full sonnet. A brief, handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime.

vii. The Gift of a Compliment

     A simple and sincere, "You look great in red," "You did a super job," or "That was a wonderful meal" can make someone's day.

viii. The Gift of a Cheerful Disposition

      The easiest way to feel good is to extend a kind word to someone.

These are eight important ways we can contribute toward whole and healthy relationships. They cost nothing, yet they may well be the most valuable gifts we can ever offer another.