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A mystery illness threatened this baby — until a surgeon solved it

Here’s how a care team tackled a life-threatening condition called hydrops

Sarah Bonnema
Contributing Writer
Published Nov. 19, 2025
Trinity smile

Even before she was born, Trinity Melton was a fighter. Courtney and Luke Melton were so impressed with previous care from  Novant Health Providence OB/GYN that they chose the clinic for care, even though it was an hour and half from their home.

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