We received the results from Gavin's MRI this week. According to the MRI Gavin does have a Dandy Walker variant with borderline ventriculomegally. He has had the borderline ventriculomegally (increased size of ventricles in the brain) since we first saw the perinatologist. I'm thankful that it hasn't worsened. Gavin's brain was otherwise normal in structure. Gavin's spine is normal which means that he does not have a neural tube defect. He has normal lungs and normal eye structures. He does still have the short femurs and humerus' bones in his arms and legs but the doctor does not think that he has a skeletal dysplasia (dwarfism). It was also noted on the MRI that Gavin has extra fluid around his neck and chin and that he has extra fluid in his abdomen. According to the report Gavin could have a bowel obstruction, but the doctor said that this could change because Gavin is still so young. The newest concern is that Gavin has Hydrops. Hydrops is extra fluid/swelling that occurs in the fetus. There are several different causes for this but we are unsure of why he has this. Hydrops can cause babies to be very sick at birth and some do not survive. Right now Gavin's heart size and function is normal which is very important with the Hydrops because the Hydrops can lead to heart failure. The only thing to do regarding the hyrdrops is to watch Gavin very closely with ultrasounds to make sure that it isn't getting worse. If the hydrops were to get severe then Gavin would have to be delivered early. I'm staying positive but I am scared for Gavin. We have an appointment scheduled for January with a neurosurgeon who will look at the ultrasounds and MRI results. Our doctor wants him to be informed about Gavin's Dandy Walker variant and borderine ventriculomegally. Thanks for all the prayers and please continue to pray for us and with us. I will continue to keep you posted as we find out new information. A sweet friend from work sent me a few Bible verses to encourage me as we go through this scary/stressful time. I thought that I would share them with you. Have a great week-end and stay warm.
Philipians 4:4-7 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything but in everything with prayer and petition, with thanksgiving present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding,will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Jeremiah 1:5 Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart.
Love to All,
Melissa
About Me
- Melissa
- Texas, United States
- I am happily married to Ellis. We were married on May 9th of 2009 (the best day of my life). I am a nurse in the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit). Ellis is currently in school full time finishing up his basics and is also working as a care partner at the hospital. He plans to attend nursing school. On December 19th of 2010 we were blessed with our son, Gavin. Gavin was with us for 11 short days (that we are extremely grateful for) before he passed away. He is now with our Father in Heaven, where we look forward to seeing him again someday. We are currently expecting our second baby, a little girl. She is due in May of 2012. We have a chocolate lab named Sadie and a yellow lab named Lucky. They are both a little over two years old and a lot of fun. I enjoy learning more about God, traveling, shopping, and spending time with my husband,friends,and family. We love God and know we are blessed beyond measure.
