Little Spence

Today Joseph and I spoke with the Doctor and it looks as if there are no signs of infection right now. They are growing some cultures and the results will take a couple of days. Spence has gained a little weight, he is now 2 pounds 10 ounces. Nurse Angie said that Spence is now on 3.5 liters of oxygen and his O2 concentration is between 60 and 70%. The reason they had to go up on his oxygen is because there is some water on his lungs, which is making it difficult to breath. This is due to Spence retaining some fluid. Doctor Rahl said that babies this small are sensitive to fluids, this is most likely the cause for the added fluid on his lungs. As a precaution Dr. Rahl has decided to stop Spence's feedings for three days so that he can try and bring his sodium levels back up to where they need to be. The reason that the sodium levels are so important is that when they get to low, the lack of sodium can lead to seizures. As Doctor Rahl told me today Spence is doing well and is not as sick as everything sounds. It is just that everything has a reaction to something else. Once the Sodium levels are back to where they need to be they can than address the other issues (such as the water on Spence's lungs). We are extreemly appreciative of all the prayers and love being sent our way. Please keep praying for our little man, he is fighting hard and I know that the prayers on his behalf are giving him the strength he needs to get through this. Heavenly Father is amazing, and I know that with him anything and everything is possible. Thank you again for all the love...