Just wanted to write a quick blog although I posted most info on FB.
The doctor said that her skull will have a small divet area from where the lump pushed on the skull. Since the lump was in the back of the skull it did put a little pressure on the skull bones, like laying on her back. Infants have softer bones and unfortunately since her skull was still hardening when it developed, it did put a tiny "dent" in the skull bone. The good new is that it didn't affect any brain tissue or cause any damage inside the skull - Her head will just be a little lumpy, but her hair will cover it up and it shouldn't be too noticeable.
The incision is about an inch and a half in length and so far is healing nicely. It does feel a little swollen to me so I am checking it and if it stays that way I may take her in to get checked before her post-op appointment. I don't want to take any chances, especially because of the location.
She's on antibiotics 3 times a day as a preventative measure, neosporin ointment twice a day and baby tylenol for pain.
The doctors and nurses were very nice at Loma Linda - so I want to thank them for that! She had three doctors taking care of her and two nurses in the OR (at least that I know of), plus several pre-op and recovery nurses.
I will continue to keep everyone posted with any updates, but I am SO happy it is over and should be smooth sailing from here. :)
Just wanted to let everyone know that her post-op appointment went fine. She's healing well, and biopsy was benign for a cyst, and doesn't need to go back to Loma Linda anymore. YEAH!
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