Hi Everyone,

Just a quick update to let you know that Dr. Attwood preformed Noora’s surgery on Monday at Maine Med and she is currently recovering on the regular Peds floor.

Shortly after her pervious surgery, an area (approx 50cent piece size) opened over the prosthetic skull. After the consultation in Boston, last week, it was decided that Dr. Atwood would re-open the area of scalp that was used to cover the prosthetic skull, and try to stretch it a bit, in hopes of closing as much of the current opening as he could. He was able to close all but about a penny size area. In that area, he applied a product which encourages blood vessels and other cells to grow a new layer of skin. In approx. two to three weeks, he will be able to assess the area and determine the next course of action.

I’m considering writing to Webster to suggest that they add the phrase “one tough cookie” to their dictionary. The definition would inevitably be “Noora”. She battled nausea and some head discomfort throughout the day, yesterday, but in spite of this, always answered “well” when people asked how she felt. She’s up and walking, and she can’t wait to get her IV out, as it’s impairing her ability to color and play. If all goes well she should be back to the Ronald McDonald House by Friday which she says will make her “so-o-o happy.”

Thanks again for all your thoughts and prayers… they’re definitely working 

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