This past week has had its ups and downs in regards to Anna’s recovery. Monday evening she was doing so well that we thought we were going to sail through her recovery. We should have anticipated some bumps along the way.
On Tuesday Anna started vomiting and refusing any food or liquids. By Wednesday morning the doctors became quite concerned with the lack of nutrients she was getting. After consulting with the doctors, it was decided that Anna would go back under anesthesia to have a PICC line catheter inserted so she can be fed intravenously. This is a delicate procedure as it is placed into her heart and is performed by a certified radiologist.
They had a terrible time getting the central IV line in place and it took several attempts. They ended up using an IV line the size of a human hair and still had trouble getting it to the heart. During the post procedure consultation the doctors shared with me that they’ve never experienced so much scar tissue in the veins of the child this age. This was a similar experience that the IV team had trying to place Anna’s pre-surgery IVs. Hearing this broke my heart as it reminds me that Anna has had so many medical procedures done in the past that we know nothing about.
On Thursday Anna's epideral was removed so we are now trying to keep her pain subsided with oral medications. We had hoped that Anna would be able to come home on Friday (today) but she is still not eating and not even able to keep liquids down at this point. I spoke with the urologist this morning and was told that this is a critical time in her healing and she really needs to eat in order to move forward. My guess is that we’re still days away from bringing Anna home. We appreciate all the thoughts and prayers and the continued support from our family and friends.
Friday, March 19, 2010
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Pam thank you for the update. Lots and lots of thoughts and prayers for Anna and you too. I am so sorry she is feeling bad and having a rough time, it makes me sad how much our little troopers do endure, they are so sweet and deserve to be out playing and being silly. Her time will come though, and she will have to make up for her down time. Love and good wishes to you all,
sue
Pam, I am so sorry that you all had more worries and challenges. We are sending you lots of love and support and I will put your family on our church prayer list so you'll get lots more. xoxox Sarah
Little Anna has endured so much. I hope it give you peace that finally she is going through these hard times with people who love her so much. It is going to be a long road but I know your love will get her through this. Sending lots and lots of hugs to you!
Pam,
Your family and Anna are in our thoughts and prayers. Reading your posts brings back so many memories. It is amazing the emotional ups and downs you experience while in the hospital. You have a large group of families lifting Anna up and praying for her recovery.
I hope that Anna is having a good weekend and is able to keep some food down in order to go home. It is amazing the healing power of home. Having the comfort of their own belongings just helps bring out their little energy and personality you don't see at the hospital.
Praying that Anna is able to go home soon!
Love,
Carey (Jiake's Mom)
Hope Anna has made some progress this weekend. You've been in our thoughts. Hugs and hugs for her to be able to move forward eating and getting her system stronger so she can come home.
Trena
Pam, thanks for keeping us updated with everything you have going on. We are hoping Anna had a better weekend and has been able to keep some food & liquids down. We are keeping you & your family in our thoughts. Tell Anna that April says hi!
Lisa & Mark
Pam,
Continued prayers for little Anna. My prayers will also be for your strength through these challenging times. Your family is never far from my thoughts.
Huge Hug!
Liz
hope things will improve. thinking about you and sending good vibes.
Ivana, Mike, Marrs
We are sending you all our love and prayers. We think of all of you often and pray that Anna will be feeling better soon!
((Hugs!!!))
Beth
Hoping that Anna is feeling better this week and making progress toward going home. Just wanted to send along some more good wishes and prayers,
sue
I'm sending lots of well wishes Anna's way and hoping that she is doing better and will be well enough to be at home with you soon. What an amazing person she is and what amazing people you are for helping another human being who needs your help and support so very much.
Best wishes for Anna's recovery,
Luann
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