Timmy's congestion has been starting to break up well, and we confirmed yesterday that his lungs have stayed clear with this bout of congestion. He is making lots of noise and playing more these days, and even as he is still congested, has been able to go without oxygen again at times.
We saw the cardiologist yesterday and they did an echo on his heart and see the same dysfunction that has been going on in Timmy's heart since birth. The options for surgery are not any better than they were 6 months ago, and we are beginning to see the non surgical route as a better one for Timmy.
Even with the mess his little heart is, he is doing well. Surgery offers a chance of improvement, but definitely brings with it a set back, and increased risks and new medications. In cases like Timmy, the long term success of surgery is questionable, and may even cause more problems in the long run.
Some day, surgery may be a better option, but for now we are content to enjoy our little one and the many blessings he brings into our home.
Love the second face with the little puckered lips.
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