When you think about things you take pictures or videos of I bet rashes, swollen knees, and seizures are the top of your list. Why would you have your kid grab a video camera while you keep her kid brother safe so she can film the meltdown? Why take pictures of gross, scary moments?
Because you may not be able to explain the issue to the doctor with the same impact as a photo or a video. Sometimes parents or caregivers are dismissed because the real problem doesn't show in the words. The swelling can go up and down and just not be there when you get to see a professional. The rash clears up before the office opens on Monday but take the picture with your story and you may get a bit further.
You don't need pictures of every dribble of snot. But a sample of moments that need to be looked at will help. Remember that list of stuff that you should take to the doctors? This is on there. Include any information that may help them figure out what is going on. For a rash, include the foods that the patient ate, any new things introduced into their environment, anything that might be a clue.
It you can print them for their records great, if not that's ok. But at least show them to the doctor, and any specialists that may be able to help. It is amazing the little detail that you think is nothing will strike something in on of the doctors.
If they don't see it as important the first time, keep updating the records with more until someone can put you at ease that it is dealt with. Don't give up. Stay on top of things because you are the one who has to deal with it.
Don't feel bad for taking a minute out of the crisis to take a picture or to have someone take a video. It is an important addition to treatment.
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