Update on my daughter, been to GP.

[tigwig]

Well she was examined and nothing obvious was found so she will be having a blood test to see if anything comes up. They are testing for kidney & liver function, glucose, thyroid, full blood count, glandular fever and coeliac disease. So who knows. The worst part now will be telling her about a needle which I dont plan to do until we are there as she will freak out. Does anyone know if they will use any kind of anaesthetic cream or something before the needle as she will be absolutely terrified. When she had her filling last week at the dentist she was physically shaking and I practically had to hold her down poor love.

[woofgang]

There is a cream that can be used...have you mentioned your daughter's fear at the surgery and asked about cream? With respect they aren't telepathic and once you are there, its a bit too late.

[237SJ]

I had one of those butterfly needles put into my hand a few years ago and as the staff knew I don`t like needles, they rubbed a cream into my hand first that they said they usually use on children. It must have been anaesthetic cream.

[Mamyalynne]

They usually do apply local anaesthetic for children, promise her a wee treat if she is brave, will al be over so quick.

[Mamyalynne]

Woof is right though, phone the surgery beforehand to let them know.

[LoftyLottie]

The needle will hurt more if she is tense. Usually you can barely feel the needle. I never can!! She needs to be distracted, but the nurses will know exactly how to treat a frightened child. It will soon be over, have a small present ready for her when it is over and done with!!

Good luck. Keepus in touch.

[tigwig]

She has to go to the hospital so we will go tomorrow after school. I will tell them on arrival she is frightened I just dont know whether to tell her before we get there or not. She will definitely get a treat after!

[Sqad]

tigwig...many thanks for the update.

[rowanwitch]

Emla cream is what they use but to work should be put on thickly under an occlusive dressing for at least 20 mins first.....and it doesn't work that well. taking off the 'magic plaster' is often more painful than the needle.. Good luck....most important don't let her see you are anxious

[cazzz1975]

try not to appear panicky as she will pick up on it and fear it before it starts. children do tend to pick up on their parents anxieties, you have to be sensible and plan it in your mind how it will go before you get there.

[k8bailey]

hi tigwig, our local hospital are great with little ones needing blood tests - they apply the 'magic' cream then a big plaster to keep in on (they might put in a few places, just incase they can't get blood from one side) don't know how long it takes to work but there are usually play specialists around to help entertain/distract the kids while the bloods are being taken. Hope all goes well and you get some answers or the all clear! :)

[tigwig]

Thanks guys, I havent told her what will happen as I think it will cause more upset so will leave it to the experts! Will let you know how it goes, if she has it done that is, she may refuse completely lol.

[Mamyalynne]

It will be fine am sure.

[tigwig]

Right well shes had it done, what an ordeal! I told her what was going to happen when we got there and she immediately started carrying on. The staff were really great though and she sat on my knee but was screaming the entire time really loudly and I had to restrain her. Thank God thats over!

[mollykins]

I've had that numbing jelly before, but that was because i was going to be hooked up to a drip or something during an operation - plus they put it on half an hour or so before the op.

[LoftyLottie]

I wonder what has made her so frightened as that tigwig. Most kids perhaps cry, but not scream. It must be so difficult for you. Glad it's over now and lets hope for good results.

Is she still as tired?

[woofgang]

oh poor honey....

[LoftyLottie]

Yes it must be quite frightening I suppose. My son, like me as a child, was one of those that just sat there looking petrified and white faced but didn't utter a sound.

[tigwig]

She has always been the same, a real drama queen! Every little bump and scrape is the end of the world. She is so sensitive and caring maybe thats why?!
She is a little tired now but doesnt seem to have been that bad so I really dont know what if anything the results will show.