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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 23:42

miss balamory and momoftwo.. any recomendation for homeopath in dubai? thanks

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 15:22

miss balamory replied : Frecks, try homeopathic. Works a treat. I second that. Found homeopathy to be very effective in curing my DDs dust allergy and sneezing.

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 14:09

Do the grommets only work when it is a straight reoccuring ear infection or does it also help when they are continually getting nose/chest colds given the whole nose ear system is linked? ENT would have to tell you that...lil miss had BAD mega bad ear infections, and grommets worked for that.

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 14:01

Do the grommets only work when it is a straight reoccuring ear infection or does it also help when they are continually getting nose/chest colds given the whole nose ear system is linked?

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 13:43

DD had her tonsils/adenoids/grommets done at age 4 1/2 with Dr Muaz Tarabichi at American Hospital. He was fantastic and that was the end of the sickness.

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 13:38

Septillin syrup by Himalaya herbals is very good for boosting immunity. Its not very tasty,but not totally yucky either. It's got a herby tate with honey as its base. My kids take it regularly and its done them a lot of good. they had it in the pharmacy when we were looking this morning for similar stuff, don't ask the pharmicist guy though, as he has no clue what he has in store. They have a section for natural remedies, just look there. sorry! eta, pharmacy at the springs town center...in a kerfuffle here and not thinking! <em>edited by arohadxb on 16/02/2011</em>

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 13:26

It's available in most pharmacies.I got mine from the Pharmacy below the NMC hospital in hor al anz. Most Life Pharmacies also have them

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 12:56

Where do you buy it momoftwo?

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 12:33

Septillin syrup by Himalaya herbals is very good for boosting immunity. Its not very tasty,but not totally yucky either. It's got a herby tate with honey as its base. My kids take it regularly and its done them a lot of good.

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 12:14

Thanks Mrs Laughan. Yes it is definitely time to take her see an ENT Specialist..well both of them actually. Thank you for the recommendation too. I have a few others to look into as well and I will speak to her paed this afternoon when I take her in for her appt. Something needs to be done before I lose the tiny bit of sanity I have left!

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 12:10

Freckles - I haven't read the whole thread - sorry, I am having one of those days! But I think you should take both to the ENT. DS had re occuring snotty noses, and not quite raging ear infections, but would get pink ear drums on and off all the time - he had grommets fitted - no more snotty noses and ear infections, the difference was incredible. I went through life until I was 16 getting tonsilitus every winter again and again. I would do a course of anti-biotics, it would clear up, I would be fine for a couple of weeks, and then it would start over. By the time I had my tonsils out - the surgeon described them as "rotten" - his exact words, not mine. Also was a very tricky op apparently b/c they were so bad, which involved me hemoraging. I wish, the respective GP's had referred both DS and me to an ENT sooner. If you don't know an ENT here I would recommend Dr john McEwan - he is very good and will not rush into an operation....with DS when we moved here, even though he had had gromets, he monitored him for 3 months before putting another set in, to make sure it was necessary. Hope your LO's get better soon.

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 11:35

Septilin Syrup is apparently great for the immune system but havent tried it yet. Anyone knows what it tastes like?

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 11:28

Sorry freckles that you are feeling this way it's awful when you have back to back illness like that. I have been giving my 2 fresh carrot and orange juicer for a couple of months now and we seem to have avoided all the cold/flu bugs - not sure if it's that but might be - worth a try to boost their vitamin c intake. There is also an immune booster syrup that I tried on the advice of an indian doctor which is a natural product I'll check the name of it for you and let you know what it is -that might also help to boost their immune system. My friends are having the same issues with their little ones and they are not in Dubai! Hope you have a better time soon xx clairehdp, could you please share the name of the syrup.. kids sick at this end as well.. :(

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 10:48

thanks you Sh for that lovely post! WM...got doc appt at 3.20 so avoid that time....and bring face mask! ah sorry..you meant going to Aroha's! Doh sorry....did wonder why you said you were coming pmp!

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 10:44

sounds like my boy. He's been coughing off and on for over a week. Seems to be fine at home then bad at nursery then I get called to pick him up. dr appt this afternoon hopefully get something for him.

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 10:35

thanks you Sh for that lovely post! WM...got doc appt at 3.20 so avoid that time....and bring face mask!

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 10:31

told you it was 'normal' frecks. And you want me to visit the Den of Sick this afternoon?!?! :D Just kidding. x ah, they're all right...little snot never hurt anyone :D much...

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 10:30

told you it was 'normal' frecks. And you want me to visit the Den of Sick this afternoon?!?! :D Just kidding. x

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 10:26

told you it was 'normal' frecks.

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 10:18

Aaawwww Freckles 1, I totally appreciate where you are coming from. Dealing with continuously sick kids is nothing short of physically exhausting and mentally draining. We all love our kids dearly and as "Mum" it is what we do best, comforting our kids and trying to help make them feel better but, sometimes we forget that we are human too and at times it can all feel deeply frustrating, just a little too much and very overwhelming. Lately I'm feeling pretty drained too, life is crazy busy and we've certainly had our fair share of illness in this family as well and with that has come the mother's guilt and feeling like I could always deal with things a little better when I get overwhelmed and fed up. AAhhhhh, when I read highland lass's post I could not help but shake my head in agreeance as I know what is just around the corner...slighlty panicked I am off to read up on some top tips to help me deal with catching HORMONES! It'd also be lovely if parents who sent their sick kids to school could please refrain from doing so and keep them at home so that we could possibly try and alleviate some of the nasty bugs that are floating around schools at the moment. This is a never ending story and really annoys me! I hope your kids bounce back to health quickly and you manage to find some time for you and get a well deserved rest. Take care SH <em>edited by sleepyhead on 16/02/2011</em>

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 10:10

No need to do anything that radical, kids get sick if you have more than one at home they just ping pong it back and forth, hang in there its exhausting I know believe me, have you seen an ENT, have you had swabs done? If they are up to it and you are not too tired fresh air is a good idea, let hubby take over sit back relax with a nice glass......

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 09:52

Seriously miserable because my kids are constantly ill. For example...JUST IN THE LAST 2 WEEKS.......daughter had strep...then son got tonsilitis, ear infection and chest wheeze and free flowing green goo...now daughter got white spots on her tonsils.... This is bl00dy constant..never seems to let up...so completely and utterly fed up....want to go home..or at least somewhere that is not this flippin' place Have you thought of having their tonsils removed? My guys used to get sick alot when we first moved here and *touchwood* they've been relatively sick free for 3 years now (they get the odd cold, but nothing like what they used to be like - we've been here 5 years and we suffered for 2 with these constant infections). My older DS still has ear issues, but that's more of his tubes are not fully developed and he's on his 3rd of grommets and they seem to be holding okay now. <em>edited by radical3 on 16/02/2011</em>

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 08:42

My youngest has probably never completed a whole continuos month at school.

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 07:57

Seriously miserable because my kids are constantly ill. For example...JUST IN THE LAST 2 WEEKS.......daughter had strep...then son got tonsilitis, ear infection and chest wheeze and free flowing green goo...now daughter got white spots on her tonsils.... This is bl00dy constant..never seems to let up...so completely and utterly fed up....want to go home..or at least somewhere that is not this flippin' place Sounds like my household the last two months! Now that the kiddos are healthy now Im sick :( just need a break from playing nurse...

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 07:36

Lucky your here, At home in the summer I had to pretty much beg the Doctor to prescribe Antibiotics for DS. Like getting blood from a stone now! On the up side, Just wait till they catch HORMONES! Spotty faces and Stinky attitudes that no amount of medication will cure Kids are such a joy :)

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 07:20

thank you Nobbles. Supposed to be going camping in the desert tomorrow! Maybe thats what they need..lots of fresh air? I on the other hand need valium Lots of fresh air and a large bottle of wine? managed to find some blackcurrant kirsch at duty free so dead chuffed that i can have home made kir royals at last. mmmmm

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 07:18

Sorry freckles that you are feeling this way it's awful when you have back to back illness like that. I have been giving my 2 fresh carrot and orange juicer for a couple of months now and we seem to have avoided all the cold/flu bugs - not sure if it's that but might be - worth a try to boost their vitamin c intake. There is also an immune booster syrup that I tried on the advice of an indian doctor which is a natural product I'll check the name of it for you and let you know what it is -that might also help to boost their immune system. My friends are having the same issues with their little ones and they are not in Dubai! Hope you have a better time soon xx

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 07:16

thank you Nobbles. Supposed to be going camping in the desert tomorrow! Maybe thats what they need..lots of fresh air? I on the other hand need valium

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 07:13

It's always thew same with kids - one gives it straight to the other and always when you least need it. Sending you cyber hugs and sympathy. Maybe get Mr Freckles to have the kids for a few hours in the evening and go and let your hair down? Failing that, stock up on a load of kids dvd's and all spend the next few days in your pj's eating chip butties ;)

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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 06:39

Seriously miserable because my kids are constantly ill. For example...JUST IN THE LAST 2 WEEKS.......daughter had strep...then son got tonsilitis, ear infection and chest wheeze and free flowing green goo...now daughter got white spots on her tonsils.... This is bl00dy constant..never seems to let up...so completely and utterly fed up....want to go home..or at least somewhere that is not this flippin' place

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