2023-11-20 15:45:11
Wendy Stippelmans is sharing her heartbreaking story to raise awareness about the dangers of the RS virus in children. The virus, which is the most common cause of colds in children, is usually harmless. However, in some cases, it can lead to severe respiratory problems, especially in babies and toddlers.
Stippelmans vividly remembers how the nightmare began with what seemed like an innocent cold for her son, Kobe. He began wheezing, prompting her to take him to the doctor. Despite the doctor’s initial dismissal of the possibility of the RS virus due to the lack of symptoms, Stippelmans had a gut feeling that something was wrong. She was advised to monitor Kobe’s symptoms and go to the hospital if they worsened.
Tragically, when Kobe was just five weeks old, his condition took a turn for the worse. Stippelmans received a devastating call from her partner informing her that Kobe had stopped breathing. Despite her desperate attempt to perform CPR, Kobe could not be saved. An autopsy later revealed that an RSV infection was the cause of his death.
Stippelmans now advocates for parents to trust their instincts when it comes to their children’s health. She believes that if she had followed her gut feeling and taken Kobe directly to the emergency room, the outcome might have been different.
Her heartbreaking story serves as a reminder that the RS virus is not to be taken lightly, and parents should seek medical attention if they have any concerns about their child’s health.
This story serves as a cautionary tale about the danger of the RS virus, and the importance of trusting parental instincts. Stippelmans hopes that by sharing her story, she can prevent other families from experiencing a similar tragedy.]
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