We were able to get into the Pediatric specialist early (after I called and told them my concerns about waiting until August to do the biopsy when I am due just a couple weeks after that...didn't really want to be traveling to a specialist when I was about two weeks from delivery).
Last week the doctor's office called on Monday and said that they had an opening for a consult the next day. After talking with the doctor for over an hour about all of Nick's many crazy issues, he decided that we should just get the biopsy over with. That afternoon we were informed that they were able to set Nick up to have his biopsy and scope on Wednesday morning. They really bent over backwards to accommodate us.
So we've now ruled out what we though Nick had, Eosinophilic Esophagitis. Nick is being treated for chronic esophagitis and some stomach issues (basically really bad acid in his stomach). We've been on some new meds for a week now and Nick is...sort of doing better. He's sleeping better, but still not eating or drinking much and he's still pretty inconsolable sometimes. If things don't improve in about another week or so, we'll have to do a feeding tube, yuck! In the meantime, we're also still up in the air about why his white blood cell count is triple what is should be (should be 0-12 and he is at 32). Guess we'll just keep waiting things out and seeing if things improve.
Other than that...No we still didn't find out what the gender of this next baby is. We're still going to be surprised (much to the amazement of all who really know me and how anal I am). Jeff & Ryan think it's a girl and I think it's a...well I just think it's a baby. We have about??? 4 weeks or so to go (August 25), but I'm still hoping to go over a little and wait until September 1st to have this baby because I like the idea of a September birthday better than an August birthday. I guess the school teacher in me just thinks September sounds better.
Last week the doctor's office called on Monday and said that they had an opening for a consult the next day. After talking with the doctor for over an hour about all of Nick's many crazy issues, he decided that we should just get the biopsy over with. That afternoon we were informed that they were able to set Nick up to have his biopsy and scope on Wednesday morning. They really bent over backwards to accommodate us.
So we've now ruled out what we though Nick had, Eosinophilic Esophagitis. Nick is being treated for chronic esophagitis and some stomach issues (basically really bad acid in his stomach). We've been on some new meds for a week now and Nick is...sort of doing better. He's sleeping better, but still not eating or drinking much and he's still pretty inconsolable sometimes. If things don't improve in about another week or so, we'll have to do a feeding tube, yuck! In the meantime, we're also still up in the air about why his white blood cell count is triple what is should be (should be 0-12 and he is at 32). Guess we'll just keep waiting things out and seeing if things improve.
Other than that...No we still didn't find out what the gender of this next baby is. We're still going to be surprised (much to the amazement of all who really know me and how anal I am). Jeff & Ryan think it's a girl and I think it's a...well I just think it's a baby. We have about??? 4 weeks or so to go (August 25), but I'm still hoping to go over a little and wait until September 1st to have this baby because I like the idea of a September birthday better than an August birthday. I guess the school teacher in me just thinks September sounds better.
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I hope the new meds help! A feeding tube sounds like no fun at all. I am getting excited for your new little one too. That will be such a fun surprise.
I can only hope that the doctor finds out what is going on with that little guy and things start to get better- for all your sakes!! I cannot believe that baby is coming in only 4 short weeks. I know it feels like eternity for you still, but so soon!!! Can't wait to hear. I love that you are making it a surprise- you won't regret it, it's so FUN!!
Mixed emotions here...not fun about your son. I hope you can get some relief with the new meds. But the sweet beginning you are embarking on soon is so exciting!
Man, that sweet little boy has had to go through so much. I really hope that this will help him. You're a good mom and I am excited for you to have a new baby! We may just have our babies on the same day!! :)
Oh--Kelly I hope Nick gets feeling better and they figure out what's up with his WBC. That is no fun. I am sure you must be stressed. You will be in my prayers. I know it will all work out some way or another.
:( Poor little guy, he just needs to catch a break already, as do you my friend! Can't wait for the new baby, I'm feeling it's a girl...No I haven't dropped off the face of the earth, done a lot just a slackin' blogger but check back in a few and I'll hopefully have something new. Take it easy though and I hope Nick feels better soon.
How are you even sane? Are you? I wouldn't be. Lack of sleep, pregnancy in the summer, stressing about your kids health! Sorry, I don't mean sound like Debbie downer, its just that I am amazed by your strength. You are a strong chick and Nate is lucky to have you for a mom! If you are ever in St. George and need a babysitter, drop the kids off! I am being dead serious! I have lots of kids so they would blend right in!
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