Carter had a pulmonology appointment today and it went well. He was saturating 98% when they hooked him up to the machine to check his oxygen level. We also discussed RSV season. RSV stands for respiratory syncytcial virus. The season for RSV goes from September to March each year will infect almost every child by their second birthday. Symptoms can be mild however in babies who are at higher risk the complications can be severe leading to respiratory failure and hospitalization. Since Carter is a preemie he is at high risk for complications. In an effort to reduce the potential for complications he will start getting monthly Synagis shots beginning in September throughout the RSV season as long as insurance approves it for the entire season. The most important prevention however is hand washing and reducing potential exposures such as large crowds who may cough or sneeze around little ones. Carter has been awake quite a bit today so we are hoping for a restful night, but we will see :)
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