Day 47 of Life - August 4th
Sha has been diagnosed with stage I retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). Basically, this affects the eyes and can cause blindness or poor vision, in extreme cases (stage III or higher). The stages of this disease start at stage I and range to stage V, with stage I being the least serious. If it stays at a stage I, then it will resolve itself and treatment will not be needed. However, it can progress and sometimes, especially in the higher stages, laser surgery is required. The surgery will usually stop the progression of the disease and avoid blindness.
Sha will be seen by the eye specialist in a week, to check on the progression of the ROP. It is not really surprising that he has developed this, as many premature infants develop ROP, and all we can do is hope that it does not progress. They will monitor him regularly, as the disease can progress quickly, and will treat it if that becomes necessary.
The piglet is also now receiving 16-17 cc of breastmilk every 2 hours and, knowing him as I do, I'm sure that he's enjoying this a lot!
Sha will be seen by the eye specialist in a week, to check on the progression of the ROP. It is not really surprising that he has developed this, as many premature infants develop ROP, and all we can do is hope that it does not progress. They will monitor him regularly, as the disease can progress quickly, and will treat it if that becomes necessary.
The piglet is also now receiving 16-17 cc of breastmilk every 2 hours and, knowing him as I do, I'm sure that he's enjoying this a lot!
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