What is biliary atresia? Biliary atresia is a rare condition in newborn infants in which the common bile duct between the liver and the small intestine is blocked or absent. If unrecognized, the condition leads to liver failure. The cause of the condition is unknown. The only effective treatments are certain surgeries such as the kasai procedure, or liver transplantation.

Sunday, May 22, 2011

One month after the operation

Wacky shows no more sign of jaudice (yellowish pigmentation of the skin and the white of his eyes). His doctors have also reduced the dosage of the cyclosporin (used with other medications to prevent transplant rejection ). He still has poor appetite with his alfare milk and as such, is given through the syringe. The tests performed on him gave positive results.

Thank you for your continued prayers! =)



Sunday, May 15, 2011

From ICU to the Ward

Wacky was moved from the ICU to the ward last May 10. A drainage tube is still attached to his body to drain extra liquid from his lymphatic system. He is currently being nourished though IV and he's yet to feed on his alfare milk.

Wacky is scheduled for a chest xray and abdominal ultrasound on May 16. He is expected to stay for 3-4 weeks in the ward, and another 3-4 weeks outpatient (will stay in dorm).








Thursday, May 5, 2011

fast recovery

In the span of 19 days after the liver transplant operation, Wacky is showing good signs of health and the progress in his recovery is incredible. The tube on his body was removed last April 28, and they let him sit upright by April 30. They also began feeding him solid food. Wacky is interacting well with the nurses, eating & playing with them.


Sunday, May 1, 2011

Thank you JPIA!

Last April 30, the Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants  (JPIA) from the San Sebastian College - Recoletos de Cavite held their first reunion and chose Wacky as the recipient of the proceeds from the dinner for a cause. Both Wacky's parents, Caress & Raymundo, who had gone to the same college and were also members of the organization extend their appreciation and gratitude to the group. We'd also like to thank everyone who bought shirts & bags for Wacky's fund. The amount raised during this event is a big help to sustain Wacky's medication after the operation. From the botton of our hearts, THANK YOU! May your group continue to benefit others in need.