Apologies

Just wanted to apologize for the delay with the last modifications to the forum (especially updating the search index).

My son Ron (2 years old) needs to undergo surgery soon. It's "just" getting his tonsils out, but it's becoming very urgent as they're blocking his airways when he's sleeping and he literally suffocates in his sleeps (until he wakes up to breath). He suffers from sleep apnea (sp?) right now and it's a major problem at his age as his brain isn't getting enough oxygen during night time.

If we go for a surgery with the national health system it could take up to two more months before it's his turn to be operated on. So, we want to go private, even though it's going to cost us quite a lot.

So right now we're searching for a good surgeon and taking Ron from one doctor to another. Apparently it's a major operation at his age. Full anasthesia and 2 days at the hospital. But it has to be done.

Oh dear - absolutely no need for apologies - some things are more urgent than others! Good luck on the doctor front for Ron, it must be a real worry when he goes to sleep.

Anne,

Don't apologize. Ron's health takes precedence over our ability to search for something! Sending healing vibes!

Sandy

We will all do just fine, Anne, if you just forget about the site and take care of Ron. We are all so much in your debt. There are a whole flock of people around the world wishing you and Ron all the best.

Hope your sons better soon Ann. My next door neighbour was taken into hospital last week for a couple of days because of his tonsils.

He thought it was just a flu virus that he had but his tonsils were so swollen that when he drank the liquid was coming down his nose .

It must be so frightening for you with regards to the breathing part of it, but at least once his tonsils are out thats a problem solved.

Don't worry about us we'll plod on until your sorted!!

Anne,
There is no reason for you to be apoligizing. I hope Ron gets better real soon, you just take all the time you need. That is far more important than any modifications

Give poor old Ron a cuddle from me, please don't stress about the site or think you have to apologise. Family is more important.

I agree with everyone, don't ever apologize because you are being a mom over being a website administrator. Being a mom is FAR more important! We know you'll come back to us, no kitty has strayed very far for very long! LOL! You go now and take care of your baby ! We'll still be here when you get back! Promise!

Ron has absolute priority! I hope you find a good surgeon and that the operation goes well.

I agree with the rest Anne. Ron's health is the most important thing to take care of. We'll manage until then.

Hope Ron gets well very soon and you find a very good surgeon plus the operation goes very well. Give him a hug for us.

Oh Anne! no need to apologize! Your family MUST come first! Ron will be in prayers. Hopefully you find a GREAT Doctor soon!!!

Oh I was watching Extreme Makeovers last night and one of the guys had that.. first I'd hear of it(Sleep amnea??) Good luck for Ron, Anne. I hope he's ok.

Poor Ron! He will feel soooo much better once his tonsils are out. Even though it is a routine surgery I can imagine that as a mom it must be really scary. Get well fast Ron!

Dont worry about it Anne....just take care of your baby....he is in my prayers....let us know how he does...
Lorien

Goodness Anne! I had no idea Ron's condition was so serious! If you want, I will index the forums late one night over the weekend for you.

oh dear! it must be pretty tough on you, Anne. Dun worry about the board... we can survive...

My second eldest son has this same surgery at 2. His adnoids and toncils both had to be removed. Be prepared for him to have to learn how to swallow all over again. He was up and his usual self within a week. Big hugs for Ron and soothing vibes for you.

Thank you so much everyone!


They want to take out only his adenoids. The tonsils will stay for now.
We have found a good doctor that can operate on him on the 10th of May. I feel more calm now, though I know I am going to burst into tears as soon as I see him dressed up for the operation, not to mention when he gets the anasthesia

I guess we'll just have to keep hearing him suffocate in his sleep for the next two and a half weeks - at least we now have a date to look for.

Thanks Deb for suggesting to re-index the search engine. I actually managed to do it today after all

Anne, family always comes 1st. I am sure he will come through with flying colours. I will keep his safety in my prayers.

Can't resist the temptation to add some new pics of Ron and Dan