OK.  We are done with all the tests to determine how Josephine has been affected by Tetrasomy 8p.

As of December 30, 2009, here’s where we stand so far..

1. Hypoplastic left first rib
2. Assymetry of left side of rib cage – ribs flair out
3. Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum
4. Hypotonia
5. Speech delay – at 16 months old, her developmental age is 6 months
6. Cognitive delay – developmental age is 7-8 months
7. Gross motor skill delay – developmental age is 6 months
8. Fine motor skill delay – developmental age is 6 months
9. Pelvic kidney on left
10. Failure to thrive – recent weight gain was 3 oz. in 4 weeks (1/2010)
11. Prone to future seizure activity
12. Epicanthic folds on eyes
13. Flat bridge of the nose
14. Slight cupping of the ears
15. Trigger finger on right index finger
16. Exotropia of the eyes (mild case)
17. Retnal development is good and not affected
18. Excellent heart, lungs and liver
19. PERFECT IN EVERY WAY!