A chronicle of our trials and triumphs as we battle Hyper-IgE syndrome (Job's disease) with our baby boy Sam.

5:30 PM

Hospital bound

Dr. Paulson wanted to see Sam first thing this morning. Not a moment too soon really. Last night was rough, complete with some very labored breathing, vomiting and refusal to eat. Even with our toy stethoscope we were able to hear the rustling in his right lung. We knew what was coming.

The morning x-ray revealed a large occluded patch in his right lower lobe. Paulson conferred with Wheeler and they want us in the ER this morning.

Accepting that this is our new reality goes a long way in dealing with these setbacks. We are emotionally doing quite well. Exhausted but stable...

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