swimmermom3 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 (edited) We have just received word that my little sister (my only sibling) has been moved to intensive care and is on dialysis. She was recovering from H1N1 last week and developed bronchitis. She was admitted to the hospital on Monday with pancreatitis. The combination of issues has been too much for her body. Many of you know that I am not a praying kind of girl so to speak but I would really appreciate your best wishes, good karma, blessings, positive energy and prayers right now. The good news is that she is with her colleagues as she is an ICU nurse. We know she is getting good care. Her name is Karen. She is 40 years old and has 3 children: 16, 14, and 10. She is my sister. Update-Wed. evening. My folks were able to see her tonight. She is stable but not awake. They had her up for the first round of dialysis but otherwise keep her sedated. They are still running tests and don't have many answers. They do know she will have to be there at least two weeks. Thank you for all of your positive thoughts and prayers. They are greatly appreciated. 11/6/09 Update: Today, the hospital confirmed that the pancreatitis has subsided and that Karen's liver enzymes are now normal. Dialysis will be continued on an every other day basis. They have removed the constant morphine drip but continue to keep her sedated most of the time. It will be a long road but at this point the news is good. Thanks to all of you for your support. I have really appreciated your kind words, prayers, and positive energy. Peace to you and your families. Edited November 7, 2009 by swimmermom3 Update Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestavern Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Sending positive healing thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Sending good thoughts for your sister... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen500 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Hoping your sister is healthy and back home soon. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Sincerely hoping and praying she is soon on the road to recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulubelle Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Best wishes and prayers from me for her healing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Prayers for a complete recovery for your sister and peace of mind for you and your family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Lisa - I am sending positive thoughts and praying for your sister. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 We have just received word that my little sister (my only sibling) has been moved to intensive care and is on dialysis. She was recovering from H1N1 last week and developed bronchitis. She was admitted to the hospital on Monday with pancreatitis. The combination of issues has been too much for her body. Many of you know that I am not a praying kind of girl so to speak but I would really appreciate your best wishes, good karma, blessings, positive energy and prayers right now. The good news is that she is with her colleagues as she is an ICU nurse. We know she is getting good care. Her name is Karen. She is 40 years old and has 3 children: 16, 14, and 10. She is my sister. I am praying for your family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 That is definitely a lot for her body to fight at once. Your sister will be in my prayers. Please keep us updated on her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted November 4, 2009 Author Share Posted November 4, 2009 Thanks everyone. H1N1 in our household again so I can't go to the hospital. I would really like to hold her hand about now. Guess Swimmer Dude and I will do some reading instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emeraldjoy Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Gosh, this hit me as I have little sister. Things are not suppose to happen ot little sisters.... You are in my thoughts and prayers right now. e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Thanks everyone. H1N1 in our household again so I can't go to the hospital. I would really like to hold her hand about now. Guess Swimmer Dude and I will do some reading instead. Are you ill with it right now? I can only imagine how not being able to even see your sister is tearing you apart! I am so sorry! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Only me Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 She is in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Sending all of the above and wishing your sister well. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hornblower Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Lisa, I'm thinking of you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 It's comforting to know she's having good care. I'm praying for all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Sending you and your sister my best wishes Lisa :grouphug: Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Praying for your little Sis :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Sending lots of healing vibes for Karen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Oh Lisa, Sending you all you request and then some! Jane (who would be making you chicken soup right now if you were just a wee bit closer...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 Gosh, I see what you mean about hoping for a liver doner. When you look at it that way, it sure is hard to come to grips with. :( :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 I'm really sorry, she sounds so sick. I'm praying that she will get better and make a full recovery, and praying for peace for you both. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthwestMom Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Marple Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 we're praying here for a speedy recovery for your sis. she certainly got hit with everything at once.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted November 4, 2009 Share Posted November 4, 2009 We have just received word that my little sister (my only sibling) has been moved to intensive care and is on dialysis. She was recovering from H1N1 last week and developed bronchitis. She was admitted to the hospital on Monday with pancreatitis. The combination of issues has been too much for her body. Many of you know that I am not a praying kind of girl so to speak but I would really appreciate your best wishes, good karma, blessings, positive energy and prayers right now. The good news is that she is with her colleagues as she is an ICU nurse. We know she is getting good care. Her name is Karen. She is 40 years old and has 3 children: 16, 14, and 10. She is my sister. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Keep us updated. I'm so sorry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 We have just received word that my little sister (my only sibling) has been moved to intensive care and is on dialysis. She was recovering from H1N1 last week and developed bronchitis. She was admitted to the hospital on Monday with pancreatitis. The combination of issues has been too much for her body. Many of you know that I am not a praying kind of girl so to speak but I would really appreciate your best wishes, good karma, blessings, positive energy and prayers right now. The good news is that she is with her colleagues as she is an ICU nurse. We know she is getting good care. Her name is Karen. She is 40 years old and has 3 children: 16, 14, and 10. She is my sister. Praying for you and your sister and her family. ~~Faithe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HRAAB Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Sending positive energy and prayers for your sister. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matryoshka Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Sending positive thoughts and prayers to you and your sister. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommy&herboys Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Sending lot of positive, healing thoughts and prayers for Karen! I have a little sister too and she is my only sibling! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 The combination of issues has been too much for her body. Good thoughts going her way.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted November 5, 2009 Author Share Posted November 5, 2009 Update added to original post. If you all get a chance and feel so inclined, please give your sibling/siblings or someone special a call and remind them of how much you love them. It's far too easy to take those we love for granted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nestof3 Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 I'm so sorry. I am praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elizabeth Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 and healing thoughts out for your sister. This is simply awful for her family and yours. Sending positive thoughts and prayers for healing and stregth for all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 :grouphug: So sorry.....calling my brother right now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean too Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Praying here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 :grouphug::grouphug: Any updates? I'm praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmilyK Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Lisa, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plucky Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Praying for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melmichigan Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 Praying for your sister and your entire family as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildiris Posted November 5, 2009 Share Posted November 5, 2009 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Sending good thoughts to you and your family; may you all be well soon and celebrating one another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 Oh dear, Lisa! I'm so sorry, but I am glad to hear that she seems to be fighting this off. I *will* keep her in my thoughts and please do let us know how her recovery continues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mammaruss Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 Prayers have been sent!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 :grouphug: Prayers and thoughts are with you, your sister, and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicole M Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 Oh, no. I missed this yesterday. I'm so, so sorry! But that's good news that she was up and about. It's so hard to see our siblings suffer. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swimmermom3 Posted November 7, 2009 Author Share Posted November 7, 2009 Update for Friday in original post. Thank you all again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted November 7, 2009 Share Posted November 7, 2009 Great to read things are moving in the right direction. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 7, 2009 Share Posted November 7, 2009 I'm so glad to hear that things are looking better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof4ks Posted November 7, 2009 Share Posted November 7, 2009 Glad she is doing some better today. Continued prayers and :grouphug:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted November 7, 2009 Share Posted November 7, 2009 We have just received word that my little sister (my only sibling) has been moved to intensive care and is on dialysis. She was recovering from H1N1 last week and developed bronchitis. She was admitted to the hospital on Monday with pancreatitis. The combination of issues has been too much for her body. Many of you know that I am not a praying kind of girl so to speak but I would really appreciate your best wishes, good karma, blessings, positive energy and prayers right now. The good news is that she is with her colleagues as she is an ICU nurse. We know she is getting good care. Her name is Karen. She is 40 years old and has 3 children: 16, 14, and 10. She is my sister. Update-Wed. evening. My folks were able to see her tonight. She is stable but not awake. They had her up for the first round of dialysis but otherwise keep her sedated. They are still running tests and don't have many answers. They do know she will have to be there at least two weeks. Thank you for all of your positive thoughts and prayers. They are greatly appreciated. 11/6/09 Update: Today, the hospital confirmed that the pancreatitis has subsided and that Karen's liver enzymes are now normal. Dialysis will be continued on an every other day basis. They have removed the constant morphine drip but continue to keep her sedated most of the time. It will be a long road but at this point the news is good. Thanks to all of you for your support. I have really appreciated your kind words, prayers, and positive energy. Peace to you and your families. Lisa, sorry I only just saw this. Energy and healing thoughts for your sister. Keep up the updates. ((((hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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