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Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Update: Levi

I received an email update from Jillian this afternoon, and I wanted to pass the information and update on to those who are following my blog and praying for Levi. 
First, she wanted me to thank you all for your thoughts and prayers.  Levi is doing really well.  He had his IV's removed, is breathing on his own and they are going to be moving him to a crib and out of the incubator today.  They received the test results yesterday.  Another answered prayer.  The results did still show both Mosaic Down Syndrome and Leukemia cells. People with this rare form Down Syndrome have a higher risk of developing Leukemia and other health problems  The doctors are pretty positive that it is a very mild form of leukemia. Only 20% of children with this condition go on to have chemo therapy treatments  The Dr's have told Jillian that the leukemia cells will be eliminated by the down syndrome.  This does not mean that Levi is out of the woods and the doctors will continue to keep a close eye on him. 
The family feels great comfort now that they have an answer to what is wrong with Levi.  Please continue to keep Levi and his family in your prayers.  I will continue to keep you all as updated as I can. 




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