Boo's doctor came and spoke with us this evening. While he's still positively optimistic he had some concerning news. I don't pretend to speak in medical terms but I'll do my best to convey the message.
There are many different lab results doctors use to look for HUS. Two of them are Creatinine levels and platelet counts.
Boo's Creatinine level was .3 when we arrived, dropped to .2 on Saturday, went back to .3 Sunday and was .4 today. Creatinine levels indicate how well the kidneys are functioning. Normal range is less than 1.0. Again, a big fear with HUS is kidney failure.
Platelet counts were ~250 yesterday and ~195 today. I don't fully understand the importance of platelets but as I understand it they are blood-clotting cells. I believe it's also a potential early sign of HUS.
The doctor said these aren't necessarily signs Boo is heading towards HUS but they are significant trends requiring ongoing evaluation. On a positive note Boo's red blood cell counts remained constant. We're waiting on a urine analysis to determine if there is any blood or protein in his urine- both early indicators of HUS.
This is really frustrating. Boo finally started drinking and eating more only to throw up. Just as his diarrhea and stomach pains start to subside we get worrisome test results. One step forward, one step backwards.
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