Sunday, October 10, 2010

October 10, 2010

Unfortunately, today turned out to be a bummer. The EZ Derm that they were able to apply to her neck and arms was rejected. They have removed all of it and her fevers and heart rate stabilized soon after. We are unsure of the reason behind her rejection. It could be a bacteria that is preventing fusion or possibly just her body rejecting this method, regardless, they will continue to vary treatment until they are successful.

Due to the stress that Mom's immune system has been under, she has developed Shingles. This virus is not uncommon in burn patients as they are already so compromised. Her legs have continued to progress a bit and, hopefully, they will be able to graft them in the next few days.

Another issue that needs to be dealt with soon for matters of her comfort and bacteria prevention, is the removal of the ventilator. She is still fighting some Pneumonia which makes the tubes necessary for the removal of built up fluids. Though this is counterintuitive, the tubes also increase the level of bacteria that can enter the body and irritate the healing process of her face as they must be tied in place.

This week we need to continue our prayers in hopes that she can be taken off of the ventilator safely and that her grafts will adhere without infection. Thank you all very very much for Savannah's birthday wishes. She appreciates every single one!

11 comments:

  1. We all are keeping faith that the Dr's will find the right stuff. Mom is strong and we all know she is a fighter. God bless and our prayers are going out for all of you.
    LOVE YA RONDA

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  2. All my love to all of you. Your mom is a very strong lady. My prayers are with her. Tell your Dad I love him when you talk to him today, and I am here if he needs an ear. Or any of you. Love KK

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  3. God please turn this situation in a positive direction!! Keep the faith . Sending prayers to all of you.

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  4. We will continue to pray for all of you, especially Nadine. We love you all very much, hang in there, okay! Let us know if we need to do anything.
    Love ya tons and tons,
    Shane, Jolyn and Kalee

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  5. sending you prayers and lots of strength to get through this ordeal..tell Bobby that everyone in the electric shop is praying for a quick recovery for both of you.
    Art Finne
    Electrical Department

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  6. Thoughts and prayers are with Nadine always. glad to hear Bobby is better.
    Think about them both a lot. Tell Savannah Ms Betty wishes her a happy birthday sorry I am late been out of town.

    Ms Betty

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  7. we are and we will keep praying for you all until every thing is back to normal thank you for the updates. sharon

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  8. Bobby and Nadine, you are in are thoughts and prayers everyday.. If you need anything please let us know..
    Love you both
    BJ and Cathy Gatton

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  9. Bobby and Nadine,
    I just found out what happened. Please know that you are in my prayers! I know you are both strong and will pull through this. I will follow your progress.
    Love
    Kim Akey

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