There are many reasons to enjoy the summer months but sometimes, there may also be dangers that are associated with it as well. That is why many parents will pay particular attention to their children during the time when one of those difficulties could occur; while they are swimming. In fact, most parents will not take their eyes off of their children when they are in the pool or playing in the waves of the ocean.
At times, the problems that can occur while swimming are not able to be easily seen. We may think that they are having a fun time and more than likely, they are, but there may be something going on under the surface that really deserves our attention. For example, what if the symptoms of the problem don’t show up for hours or perhaps even days after they were in the water?
Because of the severity of what we are about to read, it is something that all parents should know. The fact is, it was very tragic because it took the life of a young child. When parents are able to recognize the fact that there could be problems occurring, even after the swimming has stopped, it really goes a long way in helping them to keep their children safe for the long-term.
Most people enjoy being in the water and for children, it is perhaps one of the largest joys that they have in the summertime. The parents are careful to keep a close eye on their children but sometimes, tragedy strikes in the most unexpected way.
Four-year-old Frankie was swimming on May 29 and it seemed as if everybody was having a lot of fun. His parents watched him carefully and it seemed as if everything was just fine.
Over the following days, however, flulike symptoms began to appear in Frankie and then he started feeling a little better.
About a week after Frankie went swimming, the four-year-old child woke up in extreme pain and within minutes, he had taken his last breath.
His father was with him when this happened. An ambulance was called immediately and they rushed the boy to the hospital.
The nurses and doctors worked on young Frankie but unfortunately, they were unable to save his life. Soon, 2 doctors came out to tell his mother that they had lost him.
His lungs had filled up with water and he was a victim of something many people are unaware of; dry drowning.
The problem with dry drowning is the fact that it doesn’t come with any symptoms that occur while they are swimming. If immediate medical attention is received, the life of the victim could be saved. That is why it is important for parents to keep an eye on 3 symptoms in children that could indicate their brain is lacking oxygen.
The symptoms are:
• Difficulty breathing after swimming
• Drowsiness or sleepiness
• Forgetfulness or a change in behavior
If Frankie’s parents had known this earlier, their son would still be alive today. They now hope that others are able to learn from their example and recognize the signs of dry drowning.
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