Well...Lyla had several appointments today and this is what we learned: Lyla's urinary reflux is resolved--yay! So we can finally discontinue her antibiotic. They did find on her kidney ultrasound, however, that she still has some hydronephrosis (fluid build up) in her right kidney and her right ureter is still very dilated. Lyla's surgeon/urologist was hoping that the surgery would help resolve those things. He's thinking there may be some kind of blockage in her right ureter causing the build up of fluid (urine) on that side. So anywho, we'll be going back in 3 months to have another ultrasound and check it out. Please pray that the problem will go away on its own--we would hate to have to go through another procedure, especially a surgical one.
Also, as so many times before, Lyla is not eating the best lately, and, as usual, we worry about it. Is it because of teething or the antibiotic or is something else going on? We just don't know, so your prayers are coveted in that area too. We do give praise and thanks to the Lord for bringing her through so much lately. Despite not eating much and despite cutting her 2 top front teeth, she has been happy as a clam. So at least we know she's not uncomfortable and that she feels good. :)
Lyla is making some progress in her strength and gross motor skills. She is getting better at sitting up while stabilizing herself with her hands. And she is showing improvement in standing (while we hold her of course) and bearing weight on her legs. This is all encouraging! Her physical therapist is thinking that around 11 months of age or so we'll need to start using a "stander" for Lyla. I guess it's like a brace that helps her to stand up straight so she can bear weight on her legs which apparently helps strengthen her hips and helps the hip joint to form correctly. Another new endeavor for Lyla Jane!
So, thank you for your many thoughts and prayers for Lyla. I'll post some pics & vids soon.
Love, Jenny
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