A little infection

We just talked to the neonatologist. The preliminary results from the blood test indicate that David has some type of infection in his blood. They're going to start giving him some general antibiotics via IV. To make sure we're not dealing with anything hefty (meningitis), they're going to do a spinal tap in about 15 minutes. Those preliminary results should be back within 24 hours. We've been told that if he does have meningitis, they'll continue to give him antibiotics but just for a few more days than if it's another type of infection. Thanks to the CPAP, his breathing is MUCH better. His vitals continue to look GREAT, too. Moreover, he continues to be the celebrity baby. Everyone keeps talking about this "huge, beautiful boy." I don't know from where he gets the "huge," but I know EXACTLY from where he gets the "beautiful."

Boy, I don't like to hear talk of a "spinal tap," but I am so thankful that God has blessed us with such a talented, caring, available, perceptive medical staff.