We learned today that Maria has a small heart murmur. Tomorrow morning she'll have an echo cardiogram to determine the cause. The cause is probably either ductus arteriosus or an iron deficiency. If the cause is the former, it can be treated with endomethacin. If the cause is the latter, Dr. Balsan is talking about a blood transfusion.
I can give more details about the possible causes of this murmur, but I will wait until we have more information tomorrow. Please pray for a simple resolution. Joe is not worried; I guess this isn't something to get in a tizzy over, but you all know me...
I'll update as soon as we get more information.
The good news today is that Maria has not alarmed while kangarooing with us during the last two days. Dr. Balsan thinks that she is getting to know the difference between hearing/feeling familiar and soothing tones and touches from her parents, and the poking around from the nurses and doctors. She is so peaceful during our cuddle times...we are enjoying them more and more (I didn't think that was possible)!
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Awe - yes don't worry get in a tizzy! I'm sorry for the setback :( Lord may there be an easy and quick resolution!
ReplyDeletePraise God for the next ounce she's gained, hooray! And that she is enjoying you so much and vice versa.
Hang in there. May this bump be a small one...
xoxo