Malakai was born Sep 24, 2008. At four weeks old, multiple tests determined he had a rare liver disease called Biliary Atresia. BA is when the bile duct between the liver and the small intestine is blocked or absent. He had his first surgery Nov 6 to temporarily fix the problem. During a five week hospital stay for ascites, Malakai was put on the transplant list on Mar 20. He recieved his "Gift of Life" May 12, 2009 at Children's Hospital in St. Louis.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Malakai's update via Rita
Carah and Malakai were sent up to Riley on Monday due to Malakai running a temperature. Initially it was thought he might have an ear infection, but that was quickly ruled out. After blood and urine tests, nothing of real significance was found, but he was still experiencing some not so wonderful symptoms...ie, vomiting, diarrhea, lack of appetite, etc. The doctors have indicated that they believe he has some sort of a stomach bug, but that it has hit him harder than it would most babies due to his compromised immune system. They are treating the symptoms right now, hoping that he will regain his appetite soon. They are waiting for him to remain fever free, and resume breastfeeding/table foods before he will be discharged. So, like always, we wait...
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