Toddler's death could be linked to H1N1 virus

Published/Last Modified on Saturday, October 24, 2009 7:56 AM CDT

The death of 3-year-old Silas James Gautreaux could be linked to the H1N1 virus, his mother, Chayla Levine Gautreaux said Friday morning. The toddler died Wednesday at Dauterive Hospital in New Iberia.

“After he died they tested again,” Chayla Gautreaux said. “They did a swab and found he had Type A and Type B viruses.”

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Concerned in Texas wrote on Oct 28, 2009 10:37 PM:

" The swab producing Type A AND Type B viruses is of GREAT Concern here. I hope this news story does not become burried. Two viruses in the same prson can combine into one new virus. I do not want to think that this could be the outcome. If so, it could be infecting people "under the radar" so to speak due to limited testing of cases. The family and friends, need to be followed up on for symptoms. If symptoms appear, I hope they will be swabed and sent off to Atlanta! "

friendofafriend wrote on Oct 27, 2009 2:31 PM:

" i am good friends with chayla's best friend....i want to say that chayla is a great mom and this bs about abuse is ridiculus and not true at all...i would put my reputation on the line for her. its terrible that anyone would assume this without knowing anything about the situation. "

Get a grip wrote on Oct 26, 2009 3:39 PM:

" to "MJ" why would your first comment be that they were holding the body for abuse??? That shows how stupid you are. Dont you realize the epidemic of swine flu that is going around ? would you rather them not test further and have a member of your family die from the swine flu?? May this child rest in Jesus' arms. "

concerned mother wrote on Oct 26, 2009 12:11 PM:

" I find it repulsive that this situation is being broadcast like its no big deal. I sympathize with the family who is mourning the death of a child. This situation should not have been publicized. It is not the public's business if a second autopsy is being conducted. I feel sorry for the family members who have to go through this at such a difficult time. My prayers are with them...... "

I am a Mommy wrote on Oct 26, 2009 10:52 AM:

" Silas went to my sons daycare. its such a sad thing that hits so close to home. my son just made 3 and i could not imagine life without him. Chayla my heart goes out to you in your time of need and just know there is no suffering where he is now. to mimi and aunt sharon please dont let these child abuse allegations get to you. you know the truth and thats all the matters. hes in a better place! god bless this sweet angel and his family in their time of grief. "

GG wrote on Oct 26, 2009 10:13 AM:

" God bless this family...my prayers are with you all...God has a new angel to look over us. "

adult wrote on Oct 26, 2009 8:36 AM:

" Why are people always in other people business like family dont have know feelings. He's in good hands, for the family you have all my sympathy. "

mimi wrote on Oct 25, 2009 10:43 PM:

" I would like for all of you to know that our sweet Silas has gone home to Our Lord due to the H1N1 virus which was discovered after his death and also it was also discovered he had a blood disorder. He was brought in to his doctor on Monday when his mother was told he had the flu. Our family would like to Thank you all for prayers and support and Thank to the Daily Iberian for their very thoughtful article. Silas you will always be loved and missed! We will see you soon! "

Aunt Shanon wrote on Oct 25, 2009 5:39 PM:

" I can ASURE you that abuse was not even remotely close to the cause of death! "

mj wrote on Oct 25, 2009 3:24 PM:

" If the childs body is being held due to an abuse allegation investigation, it is highly possible that indicators of abuse were noted at autopsy. It would be the duty of the Parish officials to investigate such findings. "

catchme wrote on Oct 24, 2009 8:35 AM:

" I heard on the news last night that after the funeral they are requesting that the body be turned over for more investigating because of reports of abuse. I am not sure what will become of this but it was on KATC news. God bless this poor child. "

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