14 hours after Clark’s pressure bandage was placed, I took it off. Clark had been itching to take it off all day because it covered some of his vision. As I took the bandage off, I held my breath- hoping to see a big scab, with no bleeding. As the the pressure was released, there was a “pop” as blood squirted out onto the sidewalk. It wasn’t the actual sound of a “pop”, nor was it the scab “popping” off. The pop was more like popping a zit. Gross, I know., but the best description I could think of.
Blood continued to run down his face as I re-wrapped his cut. I knew that Clark needed to get his factor today, but I also knew that it wasn’t “urgent” since I was able to stop the bleeding with his pressure bandage. So before we headed to the Treatment Center at UCSF, we took an hour detour for Connor’s kindergarten evaluation. Which he did amazingly btw. :)
The treatment center did a great job. They distracted both my boys with toys, and played Planes on the giant tv. Before even attempting to poke Clark, they checked his veins, and put a numbing cream in the areas they thought would work best. Then we had to wait for 45 minutes for the cream to do its magic. It took 3 attempts to finally get Clark his factor. This was not fun for poor Clarkie. But I am so glad they were successful. Then they washed Clark’s cut, and put another pressure bandage on it.
Our new plan for Clark, is to have him wear the pressure bandage for 72 hours. I will also be taking Clark in to see Plastic Surgery on Monday. Hematology thinks that they may have more options to help close his cut, without making him scar too much.
Dear Angelface,
You are one of the most strongest women I have ever known in my life. I am very proud of you. Give Connor a big hug from me for doing so well in kindergarten! Give Clark a big hug from me for being so brave! Love to everyone, always. xo