fluid around his heart - The fluid around Liam's heart, which was a concern the last two times we went to the doctor, is now minimal. It has decreased on its own without intervention. Now we know that his heart should heal itself when fluid develops due to viral infections. It's just a long process. Liam had the stomach flu in January, which created the fluid. His body took until now to heal it. It is impossible to keep him away from all viral infections, but sometimes I wish I could.
fused left Ventricle Valve - (two of the three parts of the valve are fused together, creating leakage and a murmur). There is no change in his valve. I was able to listen to the sound his murmur makes. Liam's heart has an extra swooshing sound between beats. It almost sounds like air whistling through his chest between beats. The leakage is minor enough that nothing should need to be done for a while, if ever.
hole between upper two chambers- We're still hoping that the hole heals itself by the time Liam is 4. It is still measuring the same size.
coarctation of the aorta - The main aorta that leads to the heart is narrowed. Last time we went in it was at a count of 13. The narrowing has increased and is now at 20. This number is likely to fluctuate due to growth spurts. Should the number reach 40, then we have reason to be concerned. If the number rises past 50, surgical intervention will be needed. So, our hope is that his number decreases or stays the same at the next checkup. This narrowing can also cause poor circulation. Liam's limbs seem to be getting enough blood flow.
Liam is such a brave little boy! I am always so proud of him at our doctor's visits. I know God will use these experiences to shape him into a man of character and strength.
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