Possible diagnosis

The doctors think they might have found what is causing Thomas' illness. After numerous tests, they have found an infection in his urine and also suspect NEC - an inflammation of the intestines. NEC if not found early enough can be quite serious and usually needs surgery to remove the damaged portion. At this stage, we are hoping that the four antibiotics that he is now receiving will catch this disease early enough so it won't need any further treatment.

He won't be allowed any feed for 7-10 days but is receiving his nutrition through TPN, a concoction of fats, sugars and other nutrients. The only problem is that with needing this, antibiotics and morphine, he's got a tube going into every hand and foot!!

It's been a tough couple of days and quite worrying at times but Thomas does seem to have settled so we're hoping to see some improvement in the next couple of days - will keep you posted as ever.