he is also on a breathing machine twice a day for congestion--could it be the medication--
2006-08-27 08:53:48 · 12 answers · asked by jazzy nanny 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
I'd say from your avatar that you are black and I assume your grandson is too. In very dark skinned people, decreased oxygen intake can show up as dark purple or black lips, oral cavity (includes tongue), fingertips, and nail beds. It could be a sign of cyanosis. Check elsewhere on his body as mentioned. Has he become more lethargic? If yes, then bring him into the ED. If there's been no change in his behavior then does any one else in his family have black lips?
You say he's on a "breathing machine". What is this?? Do you give him breathing treatments via mask, nebulizer and Pulmo-aid? Is he getting Proventil (albuterol), etc.? It's not the meds doing this. If there's been no change in his level of consciousness or in his behavior, then it's probably not cyanosis. I have seen blacks with black lips. Maybe they're simply acquiring their full pigment.
2006-08-27 09:08:26 · answer #1 · answered by TweetyBird 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Does it rub off? Is it a stain or lack of oxygen. Do they turn blue before or after the treatment? Does he fight the treatment or allow it? It's really hard to say what this is cause by without more information. My biggest concern is that they are turning blue/black from lack of oxygen. This could be a sign of other more serious problems. But if in doubt, take him to his doctor or to the ER to be evaluated.
2006-08-27 09:01:20 · answer #2 · answered by PSL 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am so sorry for you. You should be able to hold your grandbaby in your arms and shower your love on him! Having an extended family is so good for children, especially grandparents. If I were you, I would be looking day and night for cheap flights to Ontario. You don't have to take the whole family, just you or you and your husband could go. If you can't afford it, check bus lines. (I don't know if that is even an option) If you are active in a church perhaps you could speak to your Pastor, maybe your church community could help you out with paying for a trip. Good luck, and God bless.
2016-03-26 22:02:53 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what his medication is....If you are concerned about his lips turning black...take him to the doctor. If his finger tips are also turning colors there is a significant problem with him getting enough oxygen. Call the doctor, take him to the emergency room ASAP
2006-08-27 09:08:06 · answer #4 · answered by cbellsew 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Have you mention this to his doctor? Might be lack of oxygen. Don't lose time, take him to the doctor!!
2006-08-27 08:57:39 · answer #5 · answered by alfonso 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
YOU STUPID,he could be sick my 'sista.Why ya be wasting yo time asking Yahoo Answers?Yo an idiot .Yo the one that needs help
P.S.Dont be a idiot,rush to the hospital
2006-08-27 09:52:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
dont waste your time on yahoo answers!!
go to a hospital NOW
check with a doctor
2006-08-27 08:55:28 · answer #7 · answered by MRose 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would be wondering about his circulation, to be honest...get him to the hospital as ap ...This is not right and do not hesitate
2006-08-27 08:55:48 · answer #8 · answered by MotherKittyKat 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes or it could be lack of oxygen... take him to his doctor right away!!!
2006-08-27 08:55:23 · answer #9 · answered by ? 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
call your doctor
2006-08-27 09:00:05 · answer #10 · answered by ladym963 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋