Update 11-1, 3 pm: The MRI revealed changes in the brain. It’s not good. We are already all in, and the last resort is to do a spinal tap as abnormalities in the brain could be due to inflammation (encephalitis) or vascular issues (such as a stroke or other blood flow-related problems).
A spinal tap (lumbar puncture) is going to examine cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for signs of infection or inflammation. Encephalitis, for example, would show markers of infection or immune response in the CSF, while vascular issues might not. In cases where brain changes are noted but don’t seem to resolve completely, the changes might indicate chronic effects from prior infection, inflammation, or injury. Such cases can lead to lasting alterations in brain structure or function, though symptoms can sometimes be managed over time.
It’s not good. It’s just not good. But we have to try. It’s already at $9,000 and we’ve raised $3,000. Please pray for our beautiful girl. We may not be able to save her, but God knows we are trying.