Well, the appointment we waited so long for arrived today. I took Macylea, McCoy and Montana to see the Gastrointerologist. I have to admit, I was looking for answers...and I was hoping against hope that I would come away with a lot of answers :o) You see, Montana has a lot of feeding issues. It seems that he is always in pain after he eats. We have switched his formula several times already.
Now, I would not always run to a specialist for that, but in come his two siblings with their issues. Macylea throws up a lot and she also has diarrhea more than we care to think about. We were told that she had a weak stomach, but it seems to be much more than that. Now, add poor McCoy. He also has gastrointestinal issues. Both he and Macylea have distended tummy's. Now you get why we went to the specialist. We are seeing some family history perhaps here.
So, nearly three hours later we now have more questions than answers. Montana is getting his formula changed to one that has higher calories with less volume as he can't handle more food. Also he is being put on one that is hypoallergenic as it is suspected he has food allergies. No other tests at this time due to his young age. We will go back in 6 weeks to check his growth and how he is adapting.
The twins have to go in for a battery of blood work as he feels we are dealing with a lot of food allergies there also. Okay, I am okay with all of that...but now for the other stuff :o( It is felt that Montana has scoliosis along with all his other issues. Macylea needs a chromosome test to rule out Downs Syndrome as she has all but one marker. She does not need all markers. He explained to me that about 15% are not diagnosed until after their first birthday. McCoy is being sent first for a liver x-ray and his blood work includes liver testing. His liver is rather enlarged. The doctor is concerned.
So, looks as if the next few weeks will invlove a lot of testing, hopefully giving us a lot of answers. We know that God is in control and that He knows the outcome. Your prayers are always appreciated and as always, we will keep you posted.
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Now, I would not always run to a specialist for that, but in come his two siblings with their issues. Macylea throws up a lot and she also has diarrhea more than we care to think about. We were told that she had a weak stomach, but it seems to be much more than that. Now, add poor McCoy. He also has gastrointestinal issues. Both he and Macylea have distended tummy's. Now you get why we went to the specialist. We are seeing some family history perhaps here.
So, nearly three hours later we now have more questions than answers. Montana is getting his formula changed to one that has higher calories with less volume as he can't handle more food. Also he is being put on one that is hypoallergenic as it is suspected he has food allergies. No other tests at this time due to his young age. We will go back in 6 weeks to check his growth and how he is adapting.
The twins have to go in for a battery of blood work as he feels we are dealing with a lot of food allergies there also. Okay, I am okay with all of that...but now for the other stuff :o( It is felt that Montana has scoliosis along with all his other issues. Macylea needs a chromosome test to rule out Downs Syndrome as she has all but one marker. She does not need all markers. He explained to me that about 15% are not diagnosed until after their first birthday. McCoy is being sent first for a liver x-ray and his blood work includes liver testing. His liver is rather enlarged. The doctor is concerned.
So, looks as if the next few weeks will invlove a lot of testing, hopefully giving us a lot of answers. We know that God is in control and that He knows the outcome. Your prayers are always appreciated and as always, we will keep you posted.
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Our prayers are with you and our three angels. They have been given the most amazing parents so we know they are getting lots and love and excellent care they deserve.