The good news is that Graham came through another night. The first 72 hours are critical and he is through the first 48 hours which is good news and his condition has not worsened.
He does have some fluid building in his lungs but they are treating that with medication and it is starting to reduce the level so that will be another prayer request.
They are about to take him in for an EEG which will measure the brain activity and determine if there are any mini strokes that are occuring in his brain. They will have the results of this after lunch.
Many have asked if Graham is awake and right now he is being sedated to conserve his energy but when awake he is fighting the doctors and the cords which is a strong sign.
Right now the Lake's are requesting limited visits to the actual hospital waiting room as Graham is to receive minimal stimulation and they are trying to stay there with him.
Many have asked how they can help and for the next few days they are covered with family in from out of town but they will need assistance with Lucas and meals to the hospital next week. I will find out the day as things play out and let you know and we can try to coordinate. They are overwhelmed and appreciate all that you are doing and all the prayers!
Friday, October 9, 2009
Thursday, October 8, 2009
MRI results came back and showed that the swelling on the brain is less than they expected which is a great sign for Graham!
The doctors are 99% sure that he has a strain of Strep called Group B that is extremely rare but not contagious and spinal meningitis. To confirm they will have to do a spinal tap but have not been able to as his blood is not clotting properly. They have determined to go ahead and treat as if this is a for sure and are medicating appropriately
Lastly, they have confirmed that he did have a stroke that was caused by a blood clot from the bacterial infection and that is what is impacting the right side of his body.
He will be in ICU in isolation until they can confirm that he has no other contagious viruses and this will be at least 2 days and will be in the hospital for at least a couple of weeks. Right now the hospital has a limit of two people in the waiting room so it is best to call the room first.
They are so grateful for all of your prayers!
The doctors are 99% sure that he has a strain of Strep called Group B that is extremely rare but not contagious and spinal meningitis. To confirm they will have to do a spinal tap but have not been able to as his blood is not clotting properly. They have determined to go ahead and treat as if this is a for sure and are medicating appropriately
Lastly, they have confirmed that he did have a stroke that was caused by a blood clot from the bacterial infection and that is what is impacting the right side of his body.
He will be in ICU in isolation until they can confirm that he has no other contagious viruses and this will be at least 2 days and will be in the hospital for at least a couple of weeks. Right now the hospital has a limit of two people in the waiting room so it is best to call the room first.
They are so grateful for all of your prayers!
Graham Update
As many of you know, Graham Lake was admitted to Children's hospital last night and is in critical condition in the ICU.and has been diagnosed with Sepsis (a dangerous blood infection) and are right now assuming that he has bacterial menangitis. He has just gone through an MRI and they are about to get the results. I will post as soon as I hear. The next 24 hours are critical for him and as you can imagine this has been an extremely trying time for Jacque and Bo. They will be trying some medicines and hopefully this will help to stabilize him. Right now he is sedated from the MRI so they will wait to see his responsiveness.
The are on the 11th floor at Children's in room 254. The number is 214-867-1254 but may want to check before visiting as they are still running a lot of tests.
The are on the 11th floor at Children's in room 254. The number is 214-867-1254 but may want to check before visiting as they are still running a lot of tests.
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