No results (a.k.a. all samples appear normal) - so, no news. On the other hand, Ben is eating well and gaining weight again, and it may not be that important anyway.
Some background:
For months our pediatrician was convinced Ben was thin because he was just a kid that got sick a lot. She (and we) assumed once he stopped getting sick, he would gain weight. At one point, Ben got so thin, the doctor wanted to make sure we didn't 'miss' anything (anatomy, genetics, immunology, etc...). That's why we've been doing all these tests. After all this, it seems like the original assumption is true - Ben doesn't have 'deeper' problems. All sicknesses have been just a bunch of bad luck. We may pursue other tests, but if Ben keeps putting on the pounds, there's not much to get worried about. Hooray!
We're very grateful to everyone that keeps Ben in their thoughts and prayers. It has been difficult, and all your loving support helps - thank you.
That is good news! I hope he puts on the pounds again too! :)
ReplyDeleteGood news! Korynne updated us on the situation and reminded me to put your blog on my bookmarks. Just to let you now, Julia's always been on the thin side. The doc was a bit worried when she dropped from 50th percentile to 10-20th percentiles. We still worry, but also know this is just her tiny-girl physique. One issue she does have is huge tonsils. She snores heavily and the doc has said she's expending a lot of calories at night getting air through that little space. Hence, we may be in for a tonsilectomy this summer. Just some thoughts since these girls are cousins! Liz
ReplyDeleteSorry - "kids," not "girls" is more accurate. My house is filled with girls. :)
ReplyDeletethat's great news, laura! we're so happy for you all :)
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy to hear that everything looks good for now. What great news.
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone!
ReplyDelete@Liz - yes it wasn't until Ben 1) dropped below 1st percentile and 2) looked like a 'geriatric' patient with the loose skin that our pediatrician decided he had to get tests done.
Benjamin weighed in at 17 lbs 3 oz. He's keeps going up & up.
I'm so glad everything's okay! I've been thinking of you. Call me when you get a minute so we can talk about the awesome website you created!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad he is ok. Now he can work on getting his thunder thighs back.
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