my2boysteacher Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 My cousin has a one year old son who was perfectly healthy up until two days ago. They went to get him out of his crib in the morning and noticed he was covered head to toes in bruises. They took him to the hospital and he has been undergoing tests. He started bleeding profusely today, out of every opening in his body. They suspect Leukemia or some rare disease. Prayers for his family would be greatly appreciated. The baby's name is Owen. Thanks!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbmom Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Sending thoughts and prayers for Owen and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest submarines Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myeightkiddies Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Praying! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassoonaroo Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 :grouphug: Oh, how scary. Praying here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Praying. I hope it turns out to be something less serious. My nephew had a blood disorder a few years ago. He had horrible bruising. It was treatable, although it took a couple of short hospital stays and a few months of follow-ups with the doctor. Wendi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Praying:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Oh my goodness. They must be horrified. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Keeping Owen and his family in my thoughts. I hope the Dr's can get a handle on things soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Praying for Owen and his family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Baby Owen will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Praying for Owen and his family!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StaceyinLA Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 I hope you'll let us know what they find out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhschool Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Praying very hard for little Owen. thank you for letting us know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amyable Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug: Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murmer Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Prayers! My nephew has Leukemia and there is a lot known about it and a lot they can do now. PM me if you want, I can give you my sister's info for your cousin if they want someone who has been there, doing that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Prayers:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bensmom Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 How horrifying. I'll be praying for Owen and family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my2boysteacher Posted December 22, 2011 Author Share Posted December 22, 2011 Thanks so much for all your prayers! Baby Owen remained 'stable' during the night. He has had two platelet transfusions due to a dangerously low numbers. His numbers went up from 9,000 to 10,000. It's good that it went up and held, but still significantly lower than what it should be. He is in a great hospital (Chicago) with the head of Pediatric Hematology as his doctor, and although the doctor still does not know what is wrong, they trust that a diagnosis will come soon. I'll update when they know more. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbi in Texas Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Thanks for the update. Will continue prayers. My dh has chronic leukemia and he lost a brother to the disease. Hope they get a diagnosis and treatment plan soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my2boysteacher Posted December 23, 2011 Author Share Posted December 23, 2011 I just wanted to give an update for those of you praying for Owen's family. They are still doing blood transfusions and testing, they still don't have a diagnosis. Owen is still covered in bruises, and getting a special helmet made for him today to protect his head since is still has internal bleeding. Despite the serious nature, he is doing well, and even visited the playroom yesterday. The nurses in our family our very concerned, and really surprised he is still alive. They are talking about doing a bone marrow aspiration to see if that would give them any answers. PLEASE continue to pray for this sweet little baby, that they find answers and a treatment that will help him. :grouphug: Owen's sister has been sent 4 hours away to be with relatives (she is 3), and I can't imagine how hard this Christmas will be for them. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 This is the first time I've seen this. I will be praying for Owen and his family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaffodilDreams Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 I will pray for Owen and all of those who love him. If the parents aren't satisfied with the hospital in Chicago, St. Jude in Memphis does have a hematology dept with a whole lot of research scientists working everyday on bleeding disorders. We are friends with one of the researchers and know some of the doctors and nurses. If St. Jude takes a patient, that patient's family doesn't see a single bill. If the insurance doesn't cover it, donations do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillametteMom Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 I'm praying for little Owen and his family. Please continue to post updates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Just seeing this, but I will pray for Owen and family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewe Mama Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Lifting up Own and his family in prayer...:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmulcahy Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alicia64 Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 :grouphug: Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Just seeing this. Adding Owen, his parents and his doctors to my list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Once Again Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Praying for Owen and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teachin'Mine Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Praying for baby Owen and his family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2cents Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Keeping Owen and his family in my thoughts. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof4ks Posted December 24, 2011 Share Posted December 24, 2011 (edited) Praying for Owen and the family. My son had leukemia, and we knew within hours of arriving at the hospital that he had that. There were leukemia cells in his blood, so we knew prior to the bone marrow aspiration. His platelets were 9,000, but he had no bleeding and his platelet count went up over 40,000 with only one transfusion prior to starting chemo. I am not a doctor or a nurse, but this sounds like something different. There are so many blood disorders out there. I hope they get answers quickly. Edited December 24, 2011 by dwkilburn1 Spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaffodilDreams Posted December 31, 2011 Share Posted December 31, 2011 Has there been an update on baby Owen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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