Ivee's Blood Sugar Levels

Tuesday, February 27, 2007

Ivee's Blood Sugar Levels

Ivee's white blood cell came back great today, so we no longer have to give her the booster shot here at home. But, her blood sugar levels came back low. They took blood Monday and the levels came back really low. A 19 (normal is between 80 and 100). We believe it was a mistake, cause she was acting all happy and was active. If they were that low, she should have been droggy and unresponsive. So, it had to be wrong. So they took blood again this morning. The number was higher than it was Monday, but it was still low. A 59. We are increasing her feeds to see if we can bring the levels up. They'll take more blood Thursday, so we'll see what the levels are then.

5 comments:

Anonymous said...: No more shots at home - yay! We'll pray that her blood sugar levels are up by tomorrow. Take care of yourselves. ;-); Wednesday, February 28, 2007 6:40:00 AM
Anonymous said...: We've been quiet for a bit, but we still think and pray for Ivee daily. I was just in my Bible study tonight and it moved me to tears to hear these women who don't know you or Ivee, lift her up to the Lord. They were all so happy to hear of her improvements. When she feels better, you guys are going to have to come over this way so she can meet all of her fans!
Love you guys!
Tammy Mattox; Wednesday, February 28, 2007 10:01:00 PM
Anonymous said...: Hi Hope,
I'm so glad to hear that Ivee's doing better. The pictures of her are so cute and so encouraging. Just know that ya'll are still in my prayers and you're missed terribly. I hope all continues to go well - I'll say an extra prayer for Ivee's blood sugar levels - hopefully, you got better news with todays test.
Love ya!
Kathy F.; Thursday, March 01, 2007 1:27:00 PM
Anonymous said...: Hi Hope,
I'm checking in with ya'll, and I am happy to hear that Ivee is doing better.I loved seeing the pictures of Ivee. She's precious!!!
As you know there will be set backs as well as moving forward.
In everything give God praise.
He will see you through.I know this must seem like a long journey you all have been traveling, but God is with you all the way.Look how far you have come!Blessing to you all.

In our prayers,
Barbara Jackson; Thursday, March 01, 2007 8:25:00 PM
Anonymous said...: Precious pictures of Ivee! We continue to pray for Ivee...for all of you; for wisdom, knowledge & understanding for you & Emmett as you make decisions, take care of your family. He said He would. My the Lord strengthen, encourage you, Emmett, Brittney, Ethan & bring healing for Ivee. Praise the Lord! He knows best. Love, Anna & Bob; Friday, March 02, 2007 1:39:00 PM

Ivee's story in SHORT...As if....

Ivee is a tough little girl. And with our help and by the grace of God, all will go well. We pray for a complete healing, and we know that our God is big enough...He is the Great Physician.

Story: On a routine Monday, December 18, 2006. I was missing work and taking my oldest daughter to the doctor cause of a stomach virus. Stopping at a grocery store on the way, I left the oldest in the car for a moment and ran inside with Ivee. I put her car seat on top of the grocery cart as so many of us mom's do. Leaving the store, I turned for a brief moment to throw something away. I turned around just in time to see the entire car seat fall face down on the concrete. I flipped, as any mom with a 7 month old falling face first would do. I arrived at the ER in record time. She already had a huge knot rising on her forehead. As they (eventually) started a CT scan, I felt God speaking to my heart. In all but audible words he told me she would be fine, but that we would find something else, that this was why she had fallen, so He could reveal it to us. So, as I watched from the tech room, I saw something that even to me, a non-trained observer, knew was not suppose to be there. A friend of mine was the radiologist there, and he confirmed, also by doing an MRI, what I suspected. I was at peace in spirit cause my heart had been prepared...but not okay. My husband was working out in Texas and would have to drive more than 7 hours to come home, not knowing what was happening, but just that she fell. Ivee was transferred to a local children's hospital in Mobile. That night, Dr. Martino consulted, and would run an MRI the next day of his own, and perform surgery on that Wednesday. On December 20, after 5 hours of surgery, all was successful, and Dr. Martino removed 98% of what he knew was an egg sized malignant tumor, later diagnosed as Stage 3 Anaplastic Ependymoma. The remaining 2 cm was on her artery next to the spinal chord.

Deficits from initial resection/treatment: Ivee had many deficits due to the tumors removal, even though he was able to leave her nerves in tack. Her right eye was severely crossed. Her vocal chords were paralyzed (left has regained use). Her hearing was affected (loss at 2000 hz and high frequency sounds). Hearing aids received June 6, 2012 at age 6. Have already hear improvement in F, S and ending sounds in 2 days time! Her balance was never truly restored, and she has left side body weakness. After 30 days (including Christmas) we were allowed to take Ivee home. She had 6 months of chemo and then 33 treatments of radiation at St. Jude.

Procedures/surgeries:

1.) Tumor Resection (12/06) – Anaplastic Ependymoma

2.) Gbutton placed for eating. (01/07)

3.) Nissen fundiplication pyloroplasty done (wrapping of throat & stomach) (01/07)

4.) Chemotherapy Begins (01/07)

5.) 5 central lines placed (many fell out on their own) (01/07 – 05/07)

6.) Port placed at St. Jude (06/07)

7.) Chemotherapy ends (06/07)

8.) Radiation (06/07-08/07)

9.) Rare scar tissue formation in the brain removed (09/08)

10.) Shunt Placement (10/08)

11.) Shunt revision/replacement (02/10)

12.) Hip Displaysia surgery – Dega Osteotomy {Not tumor related} (10/10)

13.) Reoccurance - GTR {Gross Total Resection} (02/11)

We were shocked (as was the doctor) when her Jan. 2011 scan showed a reoccurance. It was on the same artery where the orginal tumor was left behind. GTR was done on February 18^th with much success. 2^nd dosing of radiation began March 28 and ended May 6, 30 doses.

14. Begin 2nd dose radiation on March 28 (30 doses) Ended on May 6, 2011.

Improvements:

1.) Right eye is still weak, doesn't require glasses yet. Patching the good eye to strengthen the right one.

2.) Right vocal chord is still partial paralyzed. In Fall of 2008 , to the doctor's dismay, discovered she has received movement again in right chord (update: Since resection in 2/11, Right vocal chord is completely paralyzed, no movement now)

3.) Still G Button feed. Cannot eat much by mouth. She doesn’t have the drive to try to eat, but we are treating her with an appetite enhancer. She has been approved through Modified Barium Swallow Test.

4.) Balance is still and issue. Has improved over the years. Uses a walker and wheelchair.

5.) Has learned to stand (assisted) for a few moments by herself and take some steps/usually across a room (May 2012). Uses a walker VERY WELL!!

6.) Currently watching a paraesophageal hernia of the fundoplication. No surgery required at this time.

7.) Non-cancer related surgery due to hip dysplasia in Fall of 2010. Has improved her balance and slipping out of socket.

Currently:

She is doing very well! She attended K5 full-time with a personal aid (might repeat K5). She is very smart and attentative. She used her walker often throughout the day and is learning to take independent steps. She takes a little bit of something to eat everyday now instead of once a week! She has learned to drink larger portions at a time. Enjoys Hippotherapy (horse therapy). Is extremely observant, caring and just down right funny!

The Foley Family - Trusting in God at ALL Times!!!

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