The most amazing news was given to us Friday, May 21st. Baby Michael was misdiagnosed. Kari, Eric, Momma Harris, and Aunt Angie were given the news at Children's Hospital that Michael does not have Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). This is the best news that we have every received in our lives. HLHS is a rare congenital heart disease that effects 4 in every 10,000 children. After doing a lot of research on the disease we were in a lot of fear that Michael would have to fight for his life. Instead, Michael was diagnosed with Tricuspid Atresia. Although he still has a serious heart defect, this is a manageable condition. The success rates after surgery are much higher than HLHS and Michael will live a normal life. He will get married, have babies, play sports, and be an amazing child and man. The news was brought to us from children's hospital during an ecocardiogram by Dr. Skolansky. He was so comforting, considering that we have had such grim news from all the other doctors that we have seen. Thanks to all.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
AMAZING NEWS
The most amazing news was given to us Friday, May 21st. Baby Michael was misdiagnosed. Kari, Eric, Momma Harris, and Aunt Angie were given the news at Children's Hospital that Michael does not have Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). This is the best news that we have every received in our lives. HLHS is a rare congenital heart disease that effects 4 in every 10,000 children. After doing a lot of research on the disease we were in a lot of fear that Michael would have to fight for his life. Instead, Michael was diagnosed with Tricuspid Atresia. Although he still has a serious heart defect, this is a manageable condition. The success rates after surgery are much higher than HLHS and Michael will live a normal life. He will get married, have babies, play sports, and be an amazing child and man. The news was brought to us from children's hospital during an ecocardiogram by Dr. Skolansky. He was so comforting, considering that we have had such grim news from all the other doctors that we have seen. Thanks to all.
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This is such good news. I'm sure there will be some rough times ahead, but from the sound of things Michael is one determined little man. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Looking forward to seeing you soon. By the way....love the name Michael Maverick.
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