Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Aysha - 3/23/2011

Aysha had a scheduled MRI today morning. She had been sedated for the procedure. After it completed, she was very weak and groggy. We met her neurosurgeon and were about to leave after consulting him. After going to the bathroom she wilted in her wheelchair. She either fainted or had a seizure. The sedation drug and the fact she wasn't allowed to eat or drink anything until 11 am probably contributed to this condition. She is being admitted for overnight observation.

Update: Doctors initially wanted to start seizure medication, but we had concerns about starting on this new drug. After discussing with them, it was decided that the medication will not be given as it was not proven that Aysha had a seizure episode.

The MRI shows that the swelling has increased in size. But as per the neurosurgeon, this is expected outcome of the radio therapy session.