Ian continues to have MRSA in his lungs. He remains on the oscillator and his oxygen levels fluctuate due to pressure from fluid (edema) as well as his distended abdomen.
He has NEC (necrotizing enterocolitis) which means he has an infection/inflammation of his intestines. This is closely monitored because it can lead to a perforation or rupture of the intestines, or cause a portion of the intestines to die calling for surgery to remove that portion. The NEC is causing multiple other problems at this time: His blood count keeps dropping so he is getting transfusions. He is retaining alot of fluid and has gained alot of weight due to that. He is 4lb 2oz today as compared to 2lb 8oz a week ago. He is currently getting synthroid to assist his thyroid because due to his prematurity his thyroid isn't functioning as effectively as it should. (Transient Hypothyroidism of Prematurity).
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This blog is about our son Ian who was born 11-27-07 at 25wk2d gestation (3 1/2 months early). He was born weighing 2lb 4oz and 13 3/4 inches long.
2 comments:
My prayers and thoughts are with him, Billy and you, Christy! I sent out a prayer request to some church members as well. I am so sorry this is so tough!
I saw through Jill's blog about your son Ian. I will keep your family in my prayers...
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