Last night was the change of Dr.'s. Dr. Christensen left and our infamous Dr. Jansen came on. He was on every time Sierra was admitted 2.5 years ago. So we know him well. He said that Gage had definitely hit his bottom and was starting to recover. They started him on a new inhaler medication last night to help break up secretions. It worked well and his pneumonia looks "a little" better.
So, they are going to turn down his paralytic (the drug keeping him paralyzed) so he can move some more on his own. He can do a better job of moving secretions out of his lung than they can by suctioning him through the vent. Of course, they will have to turn his oxygen up on the vent to help with this. But, he did run at 35 - 40 most of the night. Which is the lowest he has been since first on the vent.
He has lost more fluid. He is almost recognizable and he is tolerating his feedings well. So, I can finally use my case lot sized collection of breast milk, or sale it on ebay!
Thank you again for all your prayers and comments. Prayers are being answered!!
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It is so nice to be able to check on Gage with our computer. We, like everyone else have been hungry for news. I called Bob's sister, Evelyn and asked their church to put Gage on their prayer list. But she told me that he is already on it. Everyone is praying and this morning's news is wonderful to hear. We love you all.
Yay!!! Good job Gage!!! I am so happy and so grateful that he is fighting back so well! What a blessing! Stacy you are amazing! Thanks for the updates! We have so much to be grateful for!
Hi Jason and Stacy, we found your blog through Jeff and Jenny's. You two are amazing people and we just wanted to let you know you are in our prayers. It is wonderful to hear that he is making improvements.
Howard and Melanie Hales
We are so happy to hear good news. You have been in our prayers and constantly in our thoughts. You have an amazing family and we love you! Your cousin Brenda and family
Yay!!! Way to go Gage!!! I am so thankful that he is starting to come around. Stacy, you are such a strong woman and such an example!!! Thanks for keeping us updated. You are in our prayers. We love you guys!!!
That is wonderful news. I am glad he is getting better. We will continually pray for your family.
Way to go!!! We are so happy for you and relieved to hear that things have turned around. Stacy, you are a awsome Mom. You have a lot of faith. Seeing the picture of you and Gage getting ready for life flight, I can't believe that you look so in control. You are an inspiration!!! We love you guys and continue to pray for you everyday. Thanks for keeping everyone updated!
The Vaughan's
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