Low blood pressure is a common problem for preemies. It can be caused by an infection or possibly a problem with the heart. When Braden was born, there was a valve by his heart that did not seal properly. However, he was given medication for this and the valve is now fully sealed. So that valve is not the cause of this problem. Braden does have a very mild heart murmur. But it is so faint that the doctors do not believe that is the cause either. The doctors decided to run further tests on his heart. A heart specialist is scheduled to meet with Braden today. Braden was also tested for infections and the doctors found none.
With all of this comes more blood transfusions for Braden. Again, I will get on my tiny soap-box and ask you to donate blood if you can. There is a link on the right side of this page titled "Give Life" which will help you locate a donor center near you. Please, please become a blood donor if you are able to donate. It truly saves lives!
Braden will also have to receive breathing treatments over the next 2 days. Those little lungs cannot get overworked so they must do what they can to keep him strong. He has lost some weight - he's now 1 pound 13 ounces. But that fluctuation could be a result of his bowel movements.
We will keep you posted. Thanks for stopping by and thanks for all the prayers!
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The story of a micro preemie who is beating the odds.
1 comment:
Thanks for the updates.
Kangaroo hugs,
Susan
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