Not Much Change
That pretty much sums up today.
The good news is that Emma's condition is not any worse than it was over the weekend. While the results of her blood tests came back negative (indicating she does not have a blood infection), the docs have decided to keep Emma on antibiotics for another 5 days because she is still showing signs of being sick. They'll withhold her feeds for another 5-7 days to give her gastrointestinal system a break (she'll receive IV fluids/nutrients instead). Being back on the ventilator will also reduce the amount of air in her tummy, helping it to heal even more. The CPAP blows a constant stream of air into Emma's nose, some of which goes into her lungs, but some also ends up in her stomach. Too much air in her belly causes extra pressure and can lead to problems (in the worse case scenario, a perforated bowel/hole in her intestine).
When I left the hospital late this afternoon, Emma was looking a bit better and was sleeping peacefully. I checked in with the NICU again tonight and her nurse said she was more active and alert than she had been all day. Let's hope that means Emma is starting to feel better.
The good news is that Emma's condition is not any worse than it was over the weekend. While the results of her blood tests came back negative (indicating she does not have a blood infection), the docs have decided to keep Emma on antibiotics for another 5 days because she is still showing signs of being sick. They'll withhold her feeds for another 5-7 days to give her gastrointestinal system a break (she'll receive IV fluids/nutrients instead). Being back on the ventilator will also reduce the amount of air in her tummy, helping it to heal even more. The CPAP blows a constant stream of air into Emma's nose, some of which goes into her lungs, but some also ends up in her stomach. Too much air in her belly causes extra pressure and can lead to problems (in the worse case scenario, a perforated bowel/hole in her intestine).
When I left the hospital late this afternoon, Emma was looking a bit better and was sleeping peacefully. I checked in with the NICU again tonight and her nurse said she was more active and alert than she had been all day. Let's hope that means Emma is starting to feel better.
posted by Laurie at 21:23
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You are still in our prayers little Emma.
Anna & Family
Reading this blog has been a very humbling experience and there is nothing that I can write that will ease your pain. But I made it a point to hug my kids tonight.
Emma, before you know it you will be asking mommy and daddy for the gold card. Stay strong, the girls and I will see you when you get home.
twinkle twinkle little star.
Serena, Chiara and Chris
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