Omaha Visits

We have had so many blessings today! We met with both the pediatric ENT and the infectious disease specialist in Omaha. They both affirmed the diagnosis of atypical mycobacterium. They also said that surgery is the typical treatment for it...BUT in John Andrew's case they would not advise it because of the location.  They both feel confident that with long term medication the node will go away! Just the news we were praying for!

He will be on a combination of antibiotics for at least 3 months and longer if necessary.  So it will be a long wait, but if the medication works he will not need surgery.

We have so much to be thankful for! First, that our local doctors were fast acting and diagnosed JA within 2 weeks! That is of the Lord! Many children go months without a diagnosis.  Even our specialist said he rarely sees this! One reason they are so hopeful the meds will work is because we are treating so quickly. Second, we have AWESOME physicians in Omaha. Chad keeps calling out ENT a stud :) we have such confidence in their plan for John Andrew's treatment. Third, John Andrew did not have to undergo any blood work or other tests today.  The worst part of the day for him was wearing a hospital gown.  He kept saying, "I WANT TO TAKE THIS CURTAIN OFF!" Finally, We have a powerful sovereign God who loves us! What more could we ask for? He has protected our boy, guided our doctors, and granted peace to our hearts!

We cannot thank you all enough for the prayers, calls, and messages! Thanks to the Pesheks for keeping Luke so we could both focus on JA for the day! It is still a waiting game to see if the medications we have will be effective. Pray that they are and that John Andrew's body can tolerate them.  Thank you all for your care!

Blessings