My Son Was Diagnosed With a Sinus Infection, What Came Next Still Haunts Me
Summary
A mother noticed her 12-year-old son, Jayvion, had mouth sores and a sore throat that got worse over a week. After multiple doctor visits and tests, Jayvion was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia and started treatment quickly.Key Facts
- Jayvion first showed symptoms like painful mouth sores, sore throat, fever, and swollen gums.
- Initial tests for strep throat and mono were negative, and he was treated for sinus infection.
- Jayvion’s condition worsened, and he had trouble swallowing.
- A repeated strep test came back positive, but his blood tests showed very low blood cell counts.
- Jayvion was admitted to the hospital and had a bone marrow biopsy.
- Doctors diagnosed him with acute myeloid leukemia, a type of blood cancer.
- He was transferred to a specialist hospital in Fort Worth to start chemotherapy.
- Jayvion experienced side effects from treatment and will have further tests to help with swallowing.
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