Monday, January 14, 2008

Big Day

Well, Colin is still hanging in there. He's not quite taking full bottles yet, though they have already gone ad lib on his feedings (basically if he wants more than his previously measured amount, they'll give it to him). He took one bottle that was 30 cc's, or one full ounce! Big for our little one.
He also had another eye exam yesterday. No ROP, but his retina is still not fully vascularized. His next exam is scheduled in 2 weeks.
Colin had his weekly labs done early this morning, and some of the results are back already. His liver enzymes are still elevated (indicating continued jaundice) and thus the doctors will likely determine today whether or not to start him on medication for that (Actigall). If he does start on Actigall, he'll likely be on it for several weeks to months.
Of course, today is the big day for Colin and us as well as he has his head ultrasound scheduled. We will breathe a huge sigh of relief if all is clear. If not, and our worst fears are realized, it will change everything for us - and Colin. We can use a little extra prayer today. I'm practically holding my breath...

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

Thank you for the continued updates. We hope that all goes well with the testing for Collin today. All three of you continue in our prayers.

Gary H. Brough

Anonymous said...

Your little son is an amazing baby.We think about all of you everyday and pray for Colin.We hope and believe that everything goes well with his test today.


Monika and Hubert

Anonymous said...

We think about you often and are taking some special time today to pray. Hang in there- you are well loved...


Aleque and Logan :)

Anonymous said...

We're anxiously awaiting the news too so when you get a chance let s know. Lots of prayers for you guys everyday -
Love,
Julie

Aldona said...

My dear friends,
Yes we all will pray for your son's well-being.
Yes, we can imagine, how hard this day is for
you.
Yes, God knows your hearts' aches and pains.
Please feel His presence and the unseen
companion of Your Guardian Angel
walking by your side.

O Lord, spread Your love over Ania, Bobby and
Colin today
and release them from any pain and fears,
and increase their strength.

Please Our Beloved, extent Colin's gift
of healthy life and fill his parents with the grace
to accept whatever may lie ahead for them
and their son.
In Jesus name we pray,
Amen

Nikola said...

We are thinking about you guys and hoping for the best news possible. We love the three of you.

Love,

Aunt Nikola

Anonymous said...

My thoughts have constantly been on you,your mommy and daddy. I pray throughout the day that you really show them how TOUGH you truly are and miracles still happen.

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