A specialist came in and talked with us last night. Buddy has a severe case of pnuemonia, pulmonary edema, and an infection in his heart. He will stay on the vent for a long time. They are going to keep him on it until all of the fluids are gone and the scar tissue in the lungs has healed. Please keep praying! Tests and blood cultures have been sent to state labs to try to find out what can of infection is in his body. Please pray!
Update:The docs here DO know:
1)Bryan has pnuemonia
2) Bryan has pulmonary edema
3) Bryan has an infection in his heart and blood
The doctors DO NOT know:
What caused the infection and how it made him so sick so fast
How long Bryan will be on the vent
How long Bryan will be in the hospital
The doctors are performing tests every day, including blood tests, ct scans, and chest xrays. Everything that can be done, is being done. Many tests have been performed. The doctors and nurses are taking very good care of him.
On the funny side of things, here is something that might bring a smile to your face. If you know Bryan any at all, you know he is short and stocky, but also very strong. The nurses are just now realizing this. Today he pulled his breathing tube out. The nurse had to have extra help to calm him back down and get the tube back in place. Everything is ok. Another xray was taken to make sure no damage was done. I tried to warn the nurses of his easy gag reflex and his strength. I guess they believe me now!
We just want to say thanks to everyone who has visited with us, called, and prayed for Bryan and our family. You guys mean everything to us and we are thankful to have you as great friends. As we pray for Bryan tonight, we will also be thanking God for all of you and your support!
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ReplyDeleteI can not imagine what you and your family are going through.. Mainly because I don't have any children.. I am praying for your family..