Chelsea Hough’s pregnancy was like any other, until she gave birth to her baby boy, Karson Jax Hough, at 36 weeks. Initially, Karson seemed perfectly healthy, but his heart suddenly slowed down and stopped beating. Doctors managed to revive him through skin-to-skin contact with his mother, but he soon required a ventilator to breathe.
Karson’s family was dealt a devastating blow when doctors diagnosed him with two extremely rare conditions: a hemorrhage in his left temporal lobe and nonketotic hyperglycinemia (NKH), a genetic disorder that causes glycine to accumulate in the body’s tissues and fluids. With slim chances of survival, doctors advised the family to switch off Karson’s life support.
The family made the difficult decision to follow the doctors’ advice, but as they said their goodbyes, something miraculous happened. Once the ventilator was turned off, Karson started breathing on his own, leaving doctors stunned.
“We witnessed a miracle!” exclaimed Lisa Hough, Karson’s grandmother. “We were told he wouldn’t breathe on his own, but Karson had other plans!” Despite the uncertainty of his future, Karson’s family was grateful for the extra time they had with him.
As Karson settled into his new life at home, he continued to defy the odds. His weight increased, his heart rates stabilized, and his glycine levels dropped dramatically. Karson’s family was overjoyed to see him thriving, and they cherished every moment they spent with him.
This incredible story is a testament to the power of hope and resilience. We wish Karson a happy and healthy life ahead, and we celebrate the miracle that brought him a second chance.
