The NICU has computer access so I thought I'd update quickly but this will be VERY short. Sorry I'm beyond exhausted.
Her surgery went well. The entire colon, small intestine, appendix and possibly spleen were in her chest. The doctor was able to get it all down to the right region of her abdomen. He wasn't ever able to see the spleen so we don't know where that is. He said that it's all down but will be in different positions compared to a person that developed normally. Before we leave we'll get an ultrasound so we know where everything is for future reference. Things like appendicitis (too tired to worry about spelling that right) may not present pain in the lower right region because the appendix might have landed somewhere else. Her heart will probably stay slightly to the right but is developed normally and healthy. Her lung was little but very pink and healthy looking. The doctor said it had begun inflating well and he expects it will continue to inflate and fill the now empty half of her chest. This was an "ideal" case for this problem. These kids are normally very very sick right from the get go, she actually was home for a while. She's a strong fiesty girl and it's served her well so far. The nurses will attest to the fiestiness. :-)
Her vitals are looking good. She's having trouble regulating her temp but the heater in the bassinet is helping with that. She remains on oxygen. They were able to lower it quite a bit and thought maybe she could be off of it, but they can only go down so far before she starts having her oxygen levels drop. The biggest thing we're waiting for is POOP. I never thought I'd be anxious for a poopy diaper, but here I am hoping for it. As soon as she poops I can start her back on nursing again. I hope she remembers how and is willing. We'll just have to wait and see.
At this point all is well. She still has a long, and fairly painful recovery, but she's doing well.
Thank you for all the prayers. We've been blessed by them and felt the love extended from family and friends.
The surgeon gave us very clear pictures I will post those later with more details.
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I am so glad things are going as well as they can considering the situation. I pray for a speedy recovery for that sweet baby. You have been in my thoughts often the last couple days. I hope you are holding up OK. So happy for you guys that her case of this is turning out so well.
Thanks for taking the time to let all of your family and friends know how Lynneah is progressing. I'm sure it is good therapy for you as well. What a blessing that she is doing well, and my prayers will be that she continues in a healing direction. I love you.
Thanks for the update. I'm really happy to hear she's doing well, and I hope things continue to progress smoothly. Even amidst the heartache and trials, it's so good to know that the Lord is watching out for us and making these burdens manageable.
We are so happy, grateful, and relieved to hear of her progress. Hopefully she poops soon and can get back to nursing. We hope to be able to see, hold, and love on her again soon!
Love Aunt Bri and the girls! XOXO
Thanks for giving an update with all that is on your mind!
You all are in our prayers and thoughts continually.
We are so excited to hear that she is doing so well. We have witnessed a miracle
So glad things went well. How precious. Bless all of you!
thanks for the update! glad all is going well adn she is recovering so well.
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