Well, it hasn't exactly been the vast improvement we were hoping for a couple of days ago, but Aiden is making some slow progress. They have been able to turn his oxygen settings down the past few days, so that has been a step in the right direction. His lungs are looking a little better on the x-rays, too. He still has a lot of junk in his lungs, but they are improving.
His tummy was doing better, so they decided to start some small feedings yesterday to "prime" the bowel. So far, things are still looking good. His tummy isn't filling with air yet, so we're still crossing our fingers that everything will work right this time and he will be able to start regular feedings. The poor little guy has been through enough.
The doctor said that they haven't been able to detect a fungus in Aiden's cultures, but she said that doesn't necessarily mean he doesn't have a fungal infection. What they do know is that he started to turn a corner when they started giving him the antifungal medication. They are planning to keep him on the meds for a while even if they don't detect a fungal infection.
I'd like to write more, but I'm struggling to keep my eyes open. I'll write more tomorrow.
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