It's been awhile since I've updated everyone on sweet Serenity Hope. It seems as though that seems to be the pattern when Ryan is in town. Not to mention, I had the added distraction of Liam this time as well.
Serenity had a great week starting off. We were able to do kangaroo care several days in a row. However, towards the end of the week she started getting a little more touchy. She would de-sat just from us talking too loudly next to her isolate. And today she was de-satting about everything--us talking too loudly, touching her hand, etc. So we have been leaving her alone for the most part to let her rest.
On the medical end of things, Serenity had a CT scan yesterday. The doctors believe she has an infection based off her White Bands numbers, and the fact that she has been eating platelets like they are going out of style. They are not sure where the infection is coming from. The CT scan showed what they believe to be a pocket of fluid. However, they are not sure if the fluid is infection or just extra fluid from all of the edema she has going on. So for now, it's more waiting (have I mentioned how sick I am of waiting?). Since we don't really know what exactly is going on or where its coming from, we are waiting. On a happier note, she is FINALLY over two pounds!! The last weigh in was 1130 grams (2 lb. 7.9 oz.). She also has been able to have milk through her feeding tube almost every day this week, which is a plus, even though the food is not passing through enough of her intestines for her to really benefit from it, it's better than nothing!
On another note, Ryan is not feeling well this evening--neither is his mom. Something is going around again... So keep them in your prayers as well as the rest of us that it doesn't continue to pass around.
As always, thank you for your continued love, support, and prayers for our sweet little girl.
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