The doctors want to do a test on Micah to try to rule out some of what's going on with him, but unfotunately there's a two week wait. The test is Monday, Sept 28th. The goal of the test is to see if he's aspirating on his saliva, or if he's swallowing it. This is one of a half dozen ideas of why he's having so much trouble keeping his heart rate and oxygen up. Of course this is incredibly frustrating to us, because we hate seeing Micah drop so far (and goes from normal to dropped in less than 15 seconds).
The speech therapist is also questioning Micah's ability to suck on his pacifier. He makes lots of "munching" motions, and what seems to be swallowing motions, but he can't seem to get his tongue where it needs to be to suck. There's a chance there's some of the lymphatic tissue under his tongue. It also could be that he's just not got the skill down quite yet. We hope this is the case.
It's been a really long week. There's a lot of other things going on with insurance, and someone went through our mail yesterday (who does that?!). We're afraid something is missing... whether it be a bill, or something that may have account information. It's just been a really, really long week. We're looking forward to company this weekend though!
Please pray that Micah starts to sort himself out on his own since his test is a week and a half away.
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Sorry to hear about all the complications. It is hard to understand why it takes so long especially when it is so important. Your faith and support from your loving family and friends is stong so keep hanging in there. Sure wish we all could pop down there to keep you company. Micah looks like such a big boy in the crib...love his cute mobile too. I hope you both are feeling better and everyone keeps improving daily. Love ya, Tammy
ReplyDeleteGod loves you and is with you!! I can imagine how hard and fustrating it must be but remember we are all praying for you.
ReplyDeleteAunt Janice
im very sorry that things are not going well right now. you have alot going on at the same time . I am in prayer for you and travis, and micah; that God intervenes on your behalf very soon. I can see your frustration; and i trust God will lift you up through all of the trials you are facing. Please just know that alot of people love you and are praying for you. I know that sometimes it doesnt seem like it; because we cant always feel Gods presense, but He is there. we love you, mark,kathy,and family
ReplyDeleteI AM HOPING THAT YOU CAN FEEL OUR LOVE AND AND OUR PRAYERS! I KNOW HOW MUCH YOU NEED COMPANY AND HAVE SOMEONE ELSE TO BE THERE.
ReplyDeleteJUST REMEMBER MY LOVE AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS.
LOVE YOU ALL, GIVE THAT BIG BOY MY LOVE,
GREAT-GRANDMA