The last few days Ella has been a little hard to feed, we have to watch her very closely while feeding since she has been throwing up so much. We have been watching it but haven't been too concerned considering her past patterns. However yesterday she had diarrhea almost every diaper and she threw up all of her heart medications. We can not give her more meds when she throws them up, therefor she goes without... obviously that's not good. Last night after changing her diaper around 10pm she did not have a wet or dirty diaper for the next 11 hours. This is concerning for many reasons one being that she develops fluid on her lungs which make her stats drop. That is why one of her meds make her pee, it takes the fluid off her lungs. This was one of the medications that she had thrown up. Also it is a concern because most infants pee every 3 or so hours anyway! Ella has continued to throw up and it has increased slightly, she threw up some of her meds again this morning, and she has started having diarrhea again. We are going to call the cardiologist first thing in the morning or sooner if she gets any worse. So far her oxygen level is staying stable and she is not running any temperature! Also she is her normal smiley self. Mainly I ask you to pray for wisdom for Jon and I and the doctors as we decide what is and what isn't a big deal. Some things seem so simple yet could be a big warning that something isn't right. We are somewhat confidant that she is not in any initial danger at this point; however, we will let the doctor make that call! My main concern right now is her not getting a good dose of her medications, and I am concerned that she might get dehydrated. They informed me a while back it is very dangerous for a heart baby to get dehydrated because it is so hard on their heart. Also they told me that babies can get dehydrated very quickly so we are looking for any signs of dehydration... so far she appears good. Please keep Ella in your prayers as we try to find a solution to whatever is causing her upset tummy.
Poor baby :( that is just awful! Praying always! Let us know if you need anything. Love you guys.
ReplyDeleteAw--Poor Ella:( We are continuing to pray and will pray specifically that she stops throwing up and doesn't get dehydrated:) As always love you all:) XXXXOOOO
ReplyDeleteAs a general rule, if a baby does not have a wet diaper for more than six hours(even for a healthy baby) you are to take them in to the ER to get IV fluids. Babies are so small that their electrolyte levels can get really off, very quickly. Eyes or soft spot sunken are also signs of dehydration. It is always better to err on the side of being too cautious especially with sweet little Ella and her heart being fragile.
ReplyDeleteI would agree with anonymous...It would be a sign of dehydration if my 12 month old, 26 pound baby didn't have a wet diaper for 11 hours. I'm sure your docs have given you all the signs to watch for, though and I know you guys are watching out for her. I'll keep praying for you guys...there is a lot of illness going around and we don't want Ella to get any of that!!!
ReplyDeleteJust coming by to check on sweet Ella.Praying for ya'll!
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