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Just over two weeks ago, my niece was visiting her grandparents and they noticed a hump on her shoulder. This bothered my sister so, the next day, Monday, she took her to the doctor. The doctor confirmed, my 10 yr old niece has Moderate/Severe Scoliosis. They sent her to get the round of x-rays and bloodwork. She was referred to the orthopedic in another city at the Childrens Hospital. They got in to see him this past Friday. This doctor confirmed the severity of her case of Scoliosis. According to the doctor, her only real option for as normal a life as possible, is surgery. I am unsure of what extent the surgery will be, but it will be a long recovery for her based on the severity and procedures. The surgery is scheduled for May and the school is going to provide in home tutoring for her once she comes home from the hospital. Which the stay is to be approximately 8-10 days. They are estimating that for about a year my niece will be limited in activities, won't be able to lift anything heavier than a gallon of milk. So not to make the screws come loose and cause more surgery. It will be a long road, and for my sister who has had so much to deal with in recent years that is still happening, I am amazed how strong she is, but in the end, this is her little girl. My niece turned 11 years old on the 7th of February.
Please keep them in your thoughts as they deal with this and make it through stronger than before!
Thank you!
*AngL*
