Saturday, December 19, 2009

SATURDAY UPDATE

Thank you for all the prayers!
(picture taken a week ago
in the ER)


Witt continues to make slow steady progress! His "numbers" that have been concerning continue to improve. The main focus right now is to pull the extra fluid off his little puffed up body and from his lungs. The cardiologists in rounds today decided to add a third diuretic to his daily regimen which is now being given by IV. They are very closely monitoring everything especially his kidney function through this process. The goal is to dry his lungs out to the point that he can come off the ventilator. The vent is on as low of settings as Witt's lungs will allow for now. The hope is to over some period of time wean him off of it. Witt also had an echo yesterday and it showed that his heart has not changed for the worse through all this...thank You, Lord! We have no idea how long this stay will be. What will guide the timing is how Witt responds to the steps being taken. Thank you for your prayers and words of encouragement. They have helped to calm my spirit and keep my focus squarely on God!!!

7 comments:

rise' said...

Witt is a beautiful little man!! Love that picture. Thanking God for holding Witt in His hands. Love to you all!

Mindy said...

I am glad to hear that his heart has not worsened through this. And his numbers are improving. Praise God! Praying that this third diuretic is the healing that Witt needs. Love from Poetry ~Mindy

Gayle said...

Praise God! So glad to hear the update. We will continue to pray with you and for you. What joy to know God is in Control! He will give each of you, including precious Witt, the strength you need.
We love you!
Bobby and Gayle

Marjie Murff said...

Wonderful news to hear that Witt's heart isn't affected by these set-backs. What a sweet picture of a very precious little man! Prayers continue for you all.

Raley Family Blog said...

Love you guys and continuing to pray!

countrycharisma said...

Witt is such a precious little man, and even more precious to our Lord. I will continue to keep him in my prayers for his complete healing.

Hilary said...

Sweet picture...Praying for you sweet Witt!! Get better buddy....
Merry Christmas!!