Results from Duke Medical Center....

Jessica has seen the doctors at Duke Medical Center . They have ruled out many things including migraine headaches, neuralgia, a seizure disorder, and any sort of tumor. As the questions have continued to be asked, and the neurologist has continued to look at all the symptoms, it has been determined this stems from the original ear infection. The pain appears to be a result of her body's inability to "shut off" the pain impulse to that area -- it is considered a hypersensitivity to the pain impulse. They have been able to put her on some medication which we are praying will "reset" that response.

Also, we will be seeing a Pediatric Dentist on Tuesday as there appears to be a dental component that is contributing to the pain in her ear. We have realized in the midst of all of the pain episodes (and discussing this with the neurologist), that Jessica has been clenching her teeth, and she grinds them at night as well which can significantly contribute to the pain she is experiencing.

Thanks for your faithful prayers for Jessica.