Saturday, March 27, 2010

Arlene


Her name 'Arlene', reminds me of 'Ariel'. Doesn't she look lika an Arial?
"Arlene "(Anja)
"Girl, Born June 2, 2006

Anja was born premature at just 28 weeks gestation. She had several medical complications at birth as a result of her prematurity. She is diagnosed with Spastic Cerebral Palsy which affects her hips, legs and feet. Both of her feet are turned in slightly as a result and photos are available. Despite this, she is able to stand with assistance to move around and is actually standing in all of the photos that we have of her! She is followed by an orthopedic doctor and does receive physical therapy 5 days a week at the orphanage. Her feet would most likely benefit from a tenotomy (tendon release). Her medical report also indicates dilatation of renal pelvis (enlarged kidney). She has had numerous urinary tract infections which are treated with medication. She sees a nephrologist (kidney specialist) to monitor this and to ensure that no further treatment is needed. Medication is subscribed to treat urinary tract infections and constipation as needed. Her development is listed as delayed. She is happy and her psychologist believes that most of her mental delays are due to the lack of therapy, lack of early intervention and from living in an orphanage. It is believed that Anja will make great progress in a family. I have $0 in my grant fund towards the cost of my adoption!"

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