So the Surgery news is this: Kellen has finally gotten his brain surgery scheduled! The surgery is scheduled for July 9th, and he should be in the hospital for about 4 days. for those of you who don't know, Kellen was diagnosed with Chiari Malformation in January or February this year and we've been trying to see doctors to figure out our options. ultimately surgery seemed like the best option for his symptoms and we've exhausted other treatment options.
Chiari malformation is a condition in which brain tissue protrudes into your spinal canal. It occurs when part of your skull is abnormally small or misshapen, pressing on your brain and forcing it downward. Chiari malformation is uncommon, but improved imaging tests have led to more frequent diagnoses.
The adult form, called Chiari malformation type I, develops as the skull and brain are growing. As a result, signs and symptoms may not occur until late childhood or adulthood.
Treatment of Chiari malformation depends on the form, severity and associated symptoms. Regular monitoring, medications and surgery are treatment options.So wish us luck in this endeavor! we're both scared but hoping for the best and being optimistic.
I've been thinking recently about getting a half sleeve tattoo. I could not come to a decision on what I wanted it to be OF though, but I've got a few solid Ideas. one of my ideas is the center main piece being one of the rosebushes from alice in wonderland, from the queen of hearts garden, with half the roses white, half red and one or two with red paint dripping from them
something like that.
any ideas? suggestions? comments?
I'm open to hear anything!
hope to see you all soon!
