A Georgia mother's worst nightmare became her reality when her 23-month-old son was diagnosed with stage IV intermediate-risk neuroblastoma after showing symptoms that started as persistent constipation. Initially, the pediatrician suspected a dairy intolerance and recommended a CT scan and an ultrasound to monitor Liam's condition. However, as his blood pressure skyrocketed, doctors strongly suspected neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer commonly found in infants.
The mother, Jordan Box, recalled the devastating moment when her world "felt like it fell apart." Her son's entire medical team was thrust into every parent's worst nightmare. The diagnosis confirmed Liam had a 12-centimeter tumor beneath his left rib cage and a cancerous lymph node. His condition worsened as he suffered from severe reactions to chemotherapy, including a reaction so serious that he required a ventilator for over 24 hours.
Since the diagnosis, Liam has undergone multiple rounds of chemotherapy with various medications. Despite efforts to stabilize his blood pressure, his tumor remains wrapped around vital structures like his kidney and aorta. His affected kidney is currently functioning at just 21 percent.
The mother's plea to other parents is clear: don't dismiss your instincts if you suspect something is off about your child's health. Push for answers, ask for tests, and don't be afraid to advocate for your child's well-being. Jordan shared her son's story on TikTok to spread awareness and encourage others not to wait until it's too late.
The mother's harrowing experience serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance in pediatric care. Early checks can make all the difference, and advocating for one's child is never overreacting – it's essential. Jordan's courageous journey has brought attention to this crucial aspect of parenting, and her story will undoubtedly resonate with many families facing similar challenges.
The mother, Jordan Box, recalled the devastating moment when her world "felt like it fell apart." Her son's entire medical team was thrust into every parent's worst nightmare. The diagnosis confirmed Liam had a 12-centimeter tumor beneath his left rib cage and a cancerous lymph node. His condition worsened as he suffered from severe reactions to chemotherapy, including a reaction so serious that he required a ventilator for over 24 hours.
Since the diagnosis, Liam has undergone multiple rounds of chemotherapy with various medications. Despite efforts to stabilize his blood pressure, his tumor remains wrapped around vital structures like his kidney and aorta. His affected kidney is currently functioning at just 21 percent.
The mother's plea to other parents is clear: don't dismiss your instincts if you suspect something is off about your child's health. Push for answers, ask for tests, and don't be afraid to advocate for your child's well-being. Jordan shared her son's story on TikTok to spread awareness and encourage others not to wait until it's too late.
The mother's harrowing experience serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance in pediatric care. Early checks can make all the difference, and advocating for one's child is never overreacting – it's essential. Jordan's courageous journey has brought attention to this crucial aspect of parenting, and her story will undoubtedly resonate with many families facing similar challenges.
I feel so bad for that mom 
... like, I get it, you're trying to be a good parent and notice something's off, but it's just not fair to your little one 
... the fact that they thought dairy was the issue first just makes me wanna scream 
... and now poor Liam has this huge tumor 
... my heart is literally breaking 
I was watching the video on TikTok that his mom shared, it's like my heart stopped for a sec 
. The thing is, neuroblastoma is super rare in toddlers, so it's easy to miss the signs and dismiss them as just a normal phase of childhood. But Jordan's story highlights how crucial it is to listen to your gut and push for answers when something feels off 
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. Newsflash: being vigilant is NOT overreacting, it's being proactive 
! Early checks and tests can save lives, and Jordan's story shows us that if we speak up, we might just catch something that could change the course of our child's life 
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And he's still on chemo and ventilator for over 24 hours? That's like, whoa... 
. My heart goes out to Jordan Box and her whole family right now. 
You need to push for answers and tests. And it's not about overreacting, it's just being a good parent! 
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. Pediatric care is so important and early checks can save lives... it's mind-blowing to think about how fast things can change for these little kids 
. Like, yeah, moms instincts are usually spot on (I'm no expert, btw)... and if you don't take your kid to see someone ASAP, things can go downhill FAST 
Not me, that's for sure... anyway, kudos to Jordan for speaking out and raising awareness about this stuff 
! That number is crazy! Anyway, I've been seeing stats on how common it is for parents to delay going to the doc if their kid's symptoms seem minor 
Stats are crazy: the 5-year survival rate for stage IV patients is only around 20%! Let's keep talking about this so we can make a difference! 
. it's actually kinda scary how sometimes our instincts just know somethin's off w/o us even knowin' why 
! Early checks can make all the difference, that's for sure 
. Sending all my love and positive vibes to Liam and his family 
lucky he has a strong mom like Jordan to advocate for him 
and ventilator time is super scary too 
or anything else that's off 
Jordan Box, the mom, did what any mom would do in her shoes - push for answers and advocate for her child 
We need more parents like Jordan Box who are willing to speak out and raise awareness about the importance of pediatric care 
I'm so angry on his mom's behalf, she shouldn't have to go through all this emotional rollercoaster because of a misdiagnosis 
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his whole family deserves all the love, care, and support right now 
his whole situation is just heartbreaking 
the fact that his pediatrician thought it was just a dairy intolerance is like, so not fair to him or his mom 
she's a total hero in my book 
. So yeah, let's all take a page out of Jordan Box's book and be more proactive about our kids' health