August 20, 2010 - Answered Prayers!!

At 9:00am this morning Alan and I met with the neonatologist to discuss Graeme's NG tube (or the lack there of). The doctor was very concerned, as we were, that there was a possiblity that Graeme's reflux could be causing some esophageal erosion now that the NG tube was removed. After consulting the pediatric surgeon the decision was made to attempt to reinsert the NG-tube at Graeme's bedside. Unfortunately despite the physician's cautious effort, he was not able to to re-insert the tube.

At this point, the physician and surgeon decided to send Graeme for a floroscopic study to re-check the integrity of the esophageal repair, to reinsert the NG tube via floroscopic guide wire and to check his small intestine for a bowel obstruction versus an intestinal mal-rotation. The thought was that either of these would explain why Graeme has had such profuse drainage from his NG tube. Unfortunately, either of these two diagnoses would potentially mean further surgery for our poor little baby boy! Just the idea of this was devastating for both Mom and Dad to think about. With this news Alan sent out an email with and urgent prayer request late this morning.

Well, praise God for answered prayers! Alan was able to finish work early and go with Graeme for his floroscopic study. During the study they found that Graeme's esophageal repair has completely healed and is no longer leaking. They also found that Graeme doe NOT have an intestinal mal-rotation or bowel obstruction. Finally, they were able to reinsert the NG tube without any difficulty....all answered prayers!!

Needless to say, Graeme's day was very busy and he slept like a rock from late afternoon into the evening.

We should find out tomorrow when we will be able to start feeding Graeme!! Please pray that his feeding will go well and that his ileus would heal and allow his bowels to function properly. Finally, pray that his reflux would improve and not negatively affect his feeding.

We so appreciate all your support!