Toddler Survives Stroke After Sickness Bug

A mother is raising awareness after her toddler son, Hudson Reid, experienced a stroke triggered by severe dehydration from a sickness bug. The then two-year-old fell ill with vomiting, and his mother, Amber Davidson, noticed alarming symptoms including an unusual arm position and strange noises.

These symptoms led Amber to rush Hudson to the hospital, where he required resuscitation and lost consciousness. Despite initial clear scans, a later MRI revealed a significant blood clot and bleed on his brain, confirming a stroke. Doctors determined the cause was extreme dehydration from the bug, which thickened his blood.

Hudson spent four weeks in intensive care at Glasgow Children's Hospital, receiving transfusions and blood thinners. He was initially told he would never walk or talk again, yet he was walking within a week.

Now seven, Hudson attends school and navigates life with ongoing challenges, including movement difficulties and speech impediments, due to his brain damage. His mother describes him as a miracle, inspiring everyone with his resilience despite the significant impact of his stroke.