Jack went outside for a true total of 2 minutes then came back in to the den. He told me his leg was itching. Upon inspection I discovered 2 very large red swollen bumps that were hard as rocks and hot to the touch. He didn't feel anything bite or sting him....but you could see a huge "bite" mark on one bump. I figured it was a spider bite. Jack has absolutely no allergies whatsoever. He was stung by a yellow jacket a couple of weeks ago and it didn't even leave a red mark for more than a minute. So, I was slightly alarmed....I looked up all I could find on the information super highway and wasn't convinced about what it was. I rather err on the side of caution, so I took him to the Dr. She tells me he has had an allergic reaction to a mosquito bite. Said he'd be fine with Benadryl, but if the swelling is worse tomorrow he'll have to be put on an antibiotic. I know she's a Dr.....but I'm STILL not convinced....MOSQUITO? She's a Pediatrician not an entomologist....She said they are really bad this year.....little does she know that we are from swamp land USA....We have mosquitos who are relatives....Jack has played outside EVERY day since the snow melted and even played in the water and has YET to swell from a mosquito bite....
Well, anyway...another copay later and he's been fine, hasn't had any pain, shortness of breath, wheezing, nausea, or vomiting....can you tell I've studied all the signs and symptoms lists?
Just another ZANY happening to add to this WILD WEEK!
Yes, Chris is still out of town.....
Guess it gives us something to chat about on the phone at the end of the day besides him telling of his undying love and affection for me......;^0)
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