Upsetting News For Me

[-SharonA-]

My dil who is 5 months pregnant has been told the baby is not getting enough oxygen due to a valve problem. Obviously she is upset as I am.
She has to return to hospital Wednesday for further checks.
Oh the worry.

[-SharonA-]

Hi this is the latest update.
Son & DIL meet with the echocardiologist and told them of 3 possible options.
1 They want to see if the baby's valve opens normally by constant monitoring over next month
2 Baby is born and if valve still faulty they open valve with a balloon
3 Baby is born and is given open heart surgery
Despite all these options my DIL is still pessimistic.
I have told her I have great faith in the doctors and so should she.
They will meet in October with a neonatal cardiologist to decide what next if the valve is still not operating fully.
I myself feel much better and I'm sure we will get a great outcome.
Once again thanks everyone for your support.
Will again report back on this situation in October.

[choux]

Delighted to read the options, Sharon and well done you for a positive attitude. It is understandable that your dil may not have the same slant on the news, at the moment. Given a little time I hope she does.

[-SharonA-]

Thanks choux.

[choux]

:)

[anneasquith]

A very precious pregnancy, with a quick diagnosis. There are options when the baby is born which is good news. Very best wishes to you all . Good luck .

[calmck]

Good news. Out of medical interest which valve is the problem one

[-SharonA-]

Unsure but it is one supplying oxygen.

[barry1010]

There is hope and she is in good hands

[Hazlinny]

Think positive. Good that your son and d-i-l has had things thoroughly explained. Best wishes for future appointments. x

[Patsy33]

All the best for a positive update. Keep strong x