Sophie Wei Visits Her Pediatrician Has Her First Physical

Today Sophie Wei went to see her Pediatrician who we just love. He is such a kind, gentle, knowledgeable and patient man! We are so lucky to have in our lives.

As Sophie Wei's Doctor was examining her he asked us if we just saw her hip move the way it did? I did not but Rick did and started to get a little light headed since he has had many issues with when he dislocated his shoulder when he played football. The doctor asked him if he needed to sit down and he did so he walked to the side of the table where Rick was holding Sophie Wei and went to rest. I was holding Simone. Rick then needed to go outside for a breather. I felt so bad for both Rick and Sophie.

During the physical we learned that she has a dislocated hip and possible nerve issues, all with her right leg. They may also take a look at the part of her brain that controls motor development but that will be down the road most likely. That might be why her right leg is not growing at the same rate as her left one.....He reassured us that it is not the same part of the brain as her cognitive development, I had to ask because at that point my brain could not recall all I learned in college, I was a little shaken up because we knew about her club feet but did not expect this. Her recovery with her club feet is also on the game plan but secondary to her hip issue. He also mentioned some thing about her heels and that she might also need a tendon lengthening surgery as well.

Simone was such a good girl during the exam. She was concerned for her sister and asked, "why is her hip hurt?" I told her it was because, "that's how God made her." Then the doctor said some thing sweet but I can't remember exactly what he said? It was some thing like yes that is true but we are going to help her get it fixed. I had to hold back the tears.

Sophie Wei also did well as could be expected during the physical. She is starting to show more bonding signs and was a little leery of this doctor so that was a good step. She just fussed a little and then as time went by things went smoother. She is such an easy going little girl.

The Doctor talked about many things and one of them is that Sophie Wei was possibly born this way but the specialists will be able to tell us more after the exam and x-rays.

After we were done we went down to the lap so she could have her blood drawn for a tider (spelling?) test and parasite check. (Checking on her lead levels, immunization levels, etc.) In Simone's case she had been immunized but after her tider test nothing showed up so we had to re-immunize her. Most likely it is because of how the medicine was stored or how it was given to her? The reason why we are checking for parasites is due to her small size, etc. just to make sure she is healthy, just a precaution. Having eight viles (spelling?) of blood taken was hard on Sophie Wei and us. I do have to say that they did a good, fast job though!

Her Doctor referred us to a specialist and we are waiting for them to call us for an appointment.

Sophie Wei has now had three nights of consistent sleep, thanks to the antibiotics. Her Doctor said that her ears look better and so does her mouth.

We are also very thankful for Sue making Broccoli, Alfredo Sauce, Pasta and Strawberries tonight. Then we had ice cream. We also enjoyed our time visiting with her and her son Matthew.