PollyOR Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Sarah, thank you for letting me join Desmond's Caring Bridge site. It is great to read your updates and see how resilient your little guy is. Still praying here. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Home'scool Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: I will keep you and your family in my thougths and prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tabrizia Posted May 7, 2012 Author Share Posted May 7, 2012 He is doing good today, we did have to have an emergency CT scan because of some eye issues, but it was not caused by his brain. He does have minor eye issues, but the opthomologist thinks that it shouldn't be a major problem at this point. He did great otherwise and they actually decided he was stable enough to x-ray his whole body bone by bone to check for any other injuries that were missed in the dealing with the original brain and skull issue. They also installed his PICC line, which they are currently moving all his meds to from his main line, so that his veins don't degrade and have issues from the constant IVs he needs. The doctors think he is mostly over the main hump and that he should start stabilizing and not getting worse at this point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 7, 2012 Share Posted May 7, 2012 Wonderful update, Sarah. Continuing to pray. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 great news :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 Thank you for posting the update -- I'm so relieved to hear that he's starting to stabilize. You must be exhausted, though -- I hope you're able to get a little rest here and there. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in AL Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 That's good news. :grouphug::grouphug: to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GraciebytheBay Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 Oh, Sarah...I am so sorry this has happened. His adorable face (from the CB site) has captured my heart. I will pray for him and check for updates. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 That's good news! Continuing to pray for Desmond. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DusksAngel Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 :grouphug: Thanks for the update and so glad he's doing well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melanie in WI Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 I just saw this. I will be praying for a complete recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaffodilDreams Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 I'm so happy to see that Desmond seems to be doing better. Keeping all of you in my prayers . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugarfoot Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 I'm glad to read your update. I'll continue to pray. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 I am so glad he is doing well.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2denj Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 Sending up prayers for your sweet little guy!! Thanks for sharing his story on caringbridge. I will continue to check his updates and continue to pray for healing and peace for all of your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 I didn't see this until just now! Oh my goodness! I'm glad to hear he is stable and will send prayers and good thoughts for him and all of your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
courtney.byrum Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 I'm so glad to see the updates and that he's fairly stable! My thoughts are with you as you make it through this huge hurdle. Hugs to your daughter as she deals with having seen him fall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted May 8, 2012 Share Posted May 8, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgiana Daniels Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 Remember to take care of yourself during this time, too. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I am just now seeing this. :grouphug::grouphug: Many hugs for your family as you deal with this ordeal. I'm glad to see that he is stabilizing. Many prayers for a speedy and uneventful recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tabrizia Posted May 9, 2012 Author Share Posted May 9, 2012 Thanks everyone, he had a really good day yesterday and today we should be getting more news about his surgery that I believe will happen on Thursday. The plastic surgeons apparently told DH they thought it would only be one surgery to fix everything, which is amazing we were expecting multiple surgeries. Obviously this could change when they start repairing everything, but it is still great news to hear. He is currently resting after a sheet change and bath, he is waking every 2 hours or less at this point in time and needing extra sedation at that point, which while it is great to see him moving, and even trying to open his eyes, it is not so great for the whole needing him to stay still thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desertmum Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I am just seeing this. :grouphug: I'm praying he gets well soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Checking in to see how Desmond is doing. I hope you are getting some rest.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tabrizia Posted May 12, 2012 Author Share Posted May 12, 2012 Thank you everyone for your thoughts. We were told he would have surgery on Friday, but they couldn't get an OR so it is now scheduled for Monday at 7:30am and we have an OR. He has done great the past few days, yesterday he got his ICP (brain pressure monitor out), we are trying to wean him off sedation and his vent today for the weekend, and he is off his blood pressure meds now (though could end up back on them depending on how he maintains, he has been off all evening and night though). I really appreciate everyone's thoughts and prayers. It is going to be a pretty interesting weekend as he wakes up and we see how he is doing mentally (though obviously not a full assessment there). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Came by to see if there was an update. Keeping your precious boy in my prayers for a good weekend. Our family will pray for him on Monday morning! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PollyOR Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 Just wanted to give this a bump. Desmond will be in my thoughts in the morning. Sarah, I hope the surgery goes as planned and those who will be caring for him will be inspired. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: you and your family are in my thoughts, Hoping for good news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumto2 Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 Praying that the surgery goes as planned today!!! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Geek Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 I missed this before :grouphug: and prayers that things are going well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 Praying for little Desmond this morning! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 BUMP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandst Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 :grouphug: Praying for little Desmond :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningmom80 Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 I will keep Desmond and your family in my thoughts and prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted May 21, 2012 Share Posted May 21, 2012 Hi, how is Desmond doing? I cannot access his CaringBridge page. Still keeping him and your family in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisN in NY Posted May 21, 2012 Share Posted May 21, 2012 I hadn't been around in awhile, dealing with the medical needs of two of my children, so I just saw this, and read the most recent CB updates. It sounds like he's improving, and I'm so glad for all of you. I will be praying for your son's continued healing, and for your entire family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penny from Tenny Posted May 21, 2012 Share Posted May 21, 2012 Sarah, I don't know how I missed this, and even though we don't know each other, my children and I are praying even this morning that the surgery goes well. I'm just so sorry that your little one is going through this. We will be following your CaringBridge page and praying for you everyday through this crisis. My son was in the hospital for 11 weeks last year so I can imagine how you must be feeling right now. When you feel like you can leave his side, maybe even just go step outside for a minute and feel the sun on your face and that it is still shining. Praying for strength, healing, and peace for you all. Blessings and hugs, Penny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrappyhappymama Posted May 21, 2012 Share Posted May 21, 2012 Wow, I missed the earlier postings on this also. :grouphug: and prayers for your little guy and your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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