If you are concerned that you felt something abnormal, then you should go to the dr just to get some peace of mind even if it is nothing. Better to check than to worry constantly.

 

I went to the Dr. He thought he was probably ok, but did a blood test just to be sure.

I called up for the results from the lab so I could go to bed with peace of mind. Only to be told his platelets are high.

Normal is 150-400. His were 430.

So now I have to wait till the morning to talk to the Dr. Of course I am worried sick. I've tried researching it, but not getting far...

 

I found this article about lymph nodes:
http://www.drgreene.com/21_783.html
I don't know if you've seen it already but I found it interesting. I hope you're able to get answers from your doc first thing tomorrow morning, I'll be thinking of you!
(also I think doctors usually call if there is something serious going on so the fact you haven't heard from him should be good news?)

 

No need to panic yet... swollen lymph nodes only mean that your DS's immune system is doing its job and is fighting off whatever has invaded his body. If he's acting fine, that's a good indication that his immune system is doing it well!!

I would just continue to nurse as much as you can.. and rest, if possible.

 

I'm just worried about the platelets.

No phonecall yet, so hopefully that is a good sign...

 

Did you ever hear from the Doctor? Hope your babe is doing well.

 

Not heard from the Dr yet. Baby is great- happy and eating, nursing, sleeping well.

I guess the Dr will call me tomorrow. If not I will call him.

can't help but worry though.

 

I heard from the Dr this morning. My little boy is fine.

His blood tests jsut mean he had a virus in the last few weeks and he fought it off.

Phew. I've held him extra tight today

 

Glad your little one is okay!

 

Yay for tough babies with strong immune systems! Yay for breastfeeding mamas!