Big Sigh of Relief

Willie's doctor's visit on Friday turned out to be a happy one.

Although Willie shows signs of some of the abnormality exhibited pre-surgery, overall the doctor was pleased with Willie's progress at this point. Basically he told me that I shouldn't jump to conclusions and figure Willie's days are numbered. He still has lots of time left to recover.

As to why Willie is still off-balance motor skill-wise, Dr. K. could only speculate. It could be internal bleeding in the skull. But without doing another MRI, which he doesn't want to do so soon after surgery because it would involve anesthesizing Willie again, he really cannot tell what's going on inside the skull. Another MRI would be months down the line if warranted.

I was relieved. Actually, Willie seems better sometimes and worse other times. He eats well enough, although he could stand to gain a little more weight. Like a couple of pounds more.

He continues on the meds he's taking now, especially the Dexamethasone, a steroid.

The doc's favorable prognosis is great news for both my husband and I. We've both been so worried and sad.

Time to kiss Willie's bald head now. :-)