Thursday, January 3, 2008

Our happy new year didn't last long!

Zachary was having Red stools (we believed to be bloody). Had a cbc done at the dr office on Wednesday which showed that his neutrophil count was dangerously low (putting him at high risk for an overwhelming infection.) We were sent to the er. We found out that the red stools were red because of the antibiotic he was just finishing. But we are still hospitalized because of the neutropenia. Waiting to see the hematologist today to find out what is causing it. Everyone says they believe it is from a viral suppression. Zachary has been sick a lot lately. The virus could have suppressed his immune system. If that is the case, the neutrophil count should return to normal over time. We just have to be careful not to let him get sick!

Will keep you all posted, please say a few prayers. Mommy has had it! ;o)

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