Yesterday was the follow-up ultrasound to check on the kidney problem detected in the first ultrasound. The problem is pyelectasis, a dilation of one or both kidneys due to too much accumulated fluid. There are numerous possible causes--none of which are preventable--and there is no in-utero treatment. They monitor the size of the kidneys throughout the pregnancy to keep track of whether the condition is getting worse or better.
Her kidneys looked really good! One has gotten smaller and has a normal measurement now, and the other one is the same size as last time--no change, but at least it hasn't enlarged. I can't explain how relieved and peaceful I feel. Part of my relief came from the wonderful perinatologist we saw today. She was much more reassuring than the last one.
Other stats:
Heart rate: 142
Estimated weight: 2 lbs, 6 oz
Other measurements: all normal
Interesting tidbits: We got to see her yawning, waving her arms around, and a nice shot of her femur.
Looks like a sweet little smile to me.
Sorry for the crooked scans. I didn't feel like scanning them again.
