hydrocephalus

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Steve, 
I was re-reading your reply to my welcome.  I have to say that Taylor
has gotten so many different diagnosis about his hydro that it becomes
quite confusing.  Part of the problem is that we have moved twice
since T was born and have seen a bazillion doctors. I have been told
everything from 'no visible affects', to 'mild cp and possible
retardation'.
As far as the head growth is concerned: T still has enlarged
ventricles, however, they are not too large, and according to his
latest MRI ,done in Jan., there is no appearant damage, other than
some minor scar tissue.  I am told that his ventricles will always be
a little big.  Sort of like a balloon that has been blown up and then
reduced. THey will always be a bit stretched out.  As for the cp... He
has a 10 degree contracture of his left knee that causes him to crouch
a bit,  that's it.  He is a little on the weak side, but considering
all he's been through, that's pretty good.
I refuse to accept possible retardation.  But I'll address that in a
separate post.

I hope Leah's fontenell continues to 'feel good'.

Tammy, mom to Taylor and angel Alex, and Travis, wife to mostly 'out to sea' Gary.

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