Riley is having a CT scan done of her lungs today. Doctors are not sure why she is unable to get rid of fluid in lungs and chest cavity. Her pulmonary problems have not gotten any better and doctors are now to the point where they want to start looking for answers as to why she is not improving. Riley had a good week overall, but into the weekend she has gotten worse. By keeping her on maximum medical therapy (medications) we are not helping her. Doctors were hopeful that by now she would have had enough time to improve, and she still may just need more time.
A lung biopsy is also a possibility to help diagnose the problem going on. We also met with a Nephrologist, who wants to do an ultrasound of the kidneys. It may be possible to put Riley on dialysis to help her get rid of the excess fluid. Doctors are searching for a reason why her body is not processing the fluid. We just pray this is another hurdle Riley has to get over and that the doctors can determine what is wrong with Riley and learn how they want to proceed.
Please keep Riley in your constant prayers!
In HIS grip!
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Wishing you courage and strength.
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The Long Family
All our thoughts and prayers are with you Baby Riley !! Stay strong
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Kevin - Kristen - Tobi & Addi Rule
We continue to pray for the healing hands of God to hold Riley. You are all in are thoughts and prayers.
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Tom & Kathy
Praying for Riley today! We love you and will keep praying for the whole family.
ReplyDeleteLove Tammy, Brandon and Kelsey
Thinking of you guys and continuing to pray for Riley's recovery - Love, Shelly & Justin
ReplyDeleteChecking in on your blog and we are praying for you all daily!
ReplyDeleteMany prayers and much love, Molly & kids
We just visited your blog. We have been remembering Riley in our daily prayers & will continue to pray for the recovery of your little angel.
ReplyDeleteLove, Larry (chief) & Gail Meyer
God is right there with you guys- keep crying out to Him. We're praying for clarity from the CT scan and wisdom for the doctors,so they'll know what's best to get Riley through this battle. Keep holding on to HIM!
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Betsy
God will help you through this hurdle. Stay strong for eachother and for Riley. God's hands continue to hold Riley close. She knows you are there. We will continue to pray for all of you and ask all our friends and family to pray for Riley's recovery. Thinking of you.
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