So we finally got the test results back and Abby has a urinary tract infection. I'm so thankful that it isn't meningitis! Hopefully it isn't too uncomfortable for her, because uti's are no fun! Anyway, she's been on antibiotic since Friday and she'll continue for seven days. They'll do an ultrasound of her belly today to make sure her kidneys are functioning OK and that's it. She's been doing really well otherwise. They have upped her feeds to almost a full ounce and she takes all of it. Yesterday they started fortifying her feeds-I'm not exactaly sure what they put in it but it's basically added calories. Her normal feeds were 20 calories, and now they are 24 and then up to 26. The nurse said that it's harder to digest but she's been taking them just fine.
On Friday the Dr told us Abby will probably need a blood transfusion in the next week or two because they have been taking so much blood for tests and she is becoming anemic. So Matt went over the weekend and donated to be her direct donor. He claims she just needs some of his strong blood and it'll cure everything. I don't how but the man is never sick! So the transfusion will probably be next week. That's Abby's update for now. Thanks to everyone for the nice comments, we thinks she's pretty darn cute too!
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Thanks for the updates! Abby is so so cute!!
You both look so so happy! I am happy for both of you.
Keeping Abby in our prayers, Cathy
Thanks for taking the time to update us. I am sure I can speak for everyone when saying how grateful we are to you and Matt for doing this blog. I am so glad Abby is doing better. The kids pray for Abby in school everyday. Love to all!
Yeah! Told you she's a fighter! Keep giving them a hard time, Abby, and let them know when you are annoyed. Julieann and Matt, you know you are all always in our thoughts and prayers. Love you all!
The only time I remember Matt being sick was when he had strep throat....in all the years I have known him..... Impressive. I am sure Abby is going to be just fine!!!!
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