So a little more about PKD:
Both Jimmy and Connor have ADPKD which is the genetically inherited dominant form of the disease.
I have read that the earlier it shows up, the worse it potentially can be but then again technology is making it easier to detect earlier.
They have PKD1 which is located on chromosome 16 so, typically they will have to have a transplant before the age of 55.
Update on Connor:
We got a call this morning that Connor's blood work came back abnormal and he is being referred to a pediatric neuphrologist.
His creatinine level was .25 ,which he said is normal in a child his age (.2-.4) but his BUN was slightly elevated. Normal range is between 8 and 18 for a child Connor's age and size and his number was 24.
Below is a link to webMD where they explain what the BUN number is:
Our doctor wants us to see the neuphrologist before we leave for NC so we'll have the apt in the next couple of weeks.
In other news:
I am going to a seminar tomorrow with two neuphrologists and members of the PKD Foundation to learn more about the disease and see if I can help with the PKD walk they are going to be having in October.
1 comment:
praying for you courtney!! we love you all and know God's plans are GOOD! i know first-hand how hard it can be to agree with God sometimes about the goodness of His plans!! i'm praying for your mommy heart to be comforted and strengthened! much love, lisa gillespie
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