Well today there is a bit more news. The same infection (a strain of salmonella which is likely typhoid) that is in his blood is also in his cerebral spinal fluid. Think Bacterial meningitis... He had a spinal tap yesterday to confirm this. we will treat him wiht IV antibiotics for 21 days. He will have a PICC line in his arm and I will administer IV antibiotics to him daily.
No news yet as far as if there are other causes for his severe diarrhea. All the bacteria is uncommon or not found in US. There are no viruses at least in his GI. AND no giardia. SO we await to see if there are any parasites. This can take two to three tests since the parasites may not lay eggs everyday.
He's doing well overall - he's eating well on Alimentum (a hypoallergenic formula). He's babbling to us and singing. OT and PT were in today and say his gross motor skills are at 3 months and fine motor skills at 4 months. We have some catch up to do but that is to be expected.
We love him so much and he is such a blessing to our lives! We continue to be amazed at how resilient he is!
Thanks for your prayers. We hope to be home this weekend (noone said this but I've got s gut feeling- haha)
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We are praying for your beautiful boy!
Hey guys,
We are praying for Micah daily! We hope you are okay and please call us if you need ANYTHING! We love you.
-The Pierces
Oh Julia and Roscoe, you guys have been through the ringer this week. I will pray for you right now!! I wish I could be there to give you all a hug (and a break from the craziness). Keep hanging in there...God will sustain you and give you much grace during this difficult time.
Sooooo proud of your composure & bravery -- Micah is one special little boy!!! This is what adoption is all about...saving lives, for the glory of God!!!!
I am praying for Micah and both of you! God is amazing with His timing huh?!
Steph
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