Tuesday, November 18, 2008

The Right Direction

As of the last post Carly was scheduled to have surgery tomorrow to put in a shunt unless the fluid in her head suddenly slowed in production and stopped placing increased pressure on her ventricles. At her head ultrasound today, they found that is exactly what is happening. Although the fluid filled bump is still there on Carly's head (and nearly the size of a can of coke) it has gotten a lot more squishy in the last few days. This, in conjunction with ventricles that look normal, indicate that she may be starting to manage the fluid on her own. It will take some time to know for sure but the surgery has been canceled and she will have another ultrasound and check in with neurosurgery next Monday. Thanks for the healing thoughts and prayers, keep them coming.

Love, Brad

17 comments:

T-Rex said...

Way to go, Carly!
The canceling of the shunt procedure and the possibility of you managing your own fluid is great news. So happy to hear it. Hope to see and play with you soon :)
Hugs and Kisses to you and your parents,
~tina

Anonymous said...

These are great great news !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Keep on the good job, Carly !!!
Love,
Cécile Cornillon

JerseyGirl said...

Brad, Christa and Carly,

My husband and I are part of the east coast phish crew and have been following the blog and sending positive energy your way since we heard of your situation. While our paths have only crossed briefly in the past, we care deeply and keep wishing for the best possible outcome for Carly. She's a strong little girl and seems determined to fight this! Keep up the good work Carly, Mom and Dad! =)

((HUGS))
Kristina and Andy

Anonymous said...

That brought tears of joy to my eyes, Brad! Carly continues to amaze me and so do you both! We also continue to think, pray, and send healing throughts her way every single day.

WITH LOTS AND LOTS OF LOVE,
Sheila

Anonymous said...

That is terrific and encouraging news. Way to go Carly!

Love you guys,
Andy, Allie, Sophie, & Luke

Anonymous said...

Great News!! Go Carly Go! Thanks so much for the updates Brad. All our love and best wishes to you, Christa and little Carly. Talk soon.

Mark and Lance

Joanne Choi said...

That is just GREAT NEWS! I am shedding tears of joy for your Carly...

Anonymous said...

YEAH!!! I've never been so excited to hear about news of fluids. Carly is always in my thoughts, getting stronger with each one. lots of love,
michelle

SAHM said...

God is good! We keep praying for her and the both of you caring for her. So glad to hear the good news. I had to pass it along to all my Bible study ladies as well. We enjoy the updates and photos. Let us know if there is ever anything we can do. Krista and fam

Anonymous said...

Go Carly. Will continue to keep the positivity moving in your direction and hope for continued improvements. Thanks for the updates...this one made my day.

Much Love B, C and c
Keith

kate said...

such exciting news guys!! so happy to hear. keep up the good work carly!

muchos besos a todo,
kate

Anonymous said...

Whoo-hoo!! Great to hear this news.
xoxo
Penny

Anonymous said...

keep it up! love to all...bob

Anonymous said...

So glad to hear it!! All my love to you guys, always.
Love, Sarah

Anonymous said...

Totally awesome!

-Steve

Marybeth said...

WooHoo! Awesome news! Go CARLY! We will keep the good vibes & the healing thoughts coming her way!

7thLynch said...

yay to decreasing fluids! Nice job on managing fluids Carly!