It has been a rough morning. I arrived at the hospital around 1:00am. Prior to my arrival Wes had vomitted. When i came to his room, Wes had bags of ice surrounding his body. He was feeling pressure on his lungs and was experiencing shortness of breath. His vitals were all normal however he had not passed gas or had a bowel movement. They suspected that his bowels were backing up. After some time they called for X-rays.
Although his oxygen levels were good the doctor ordered him to have a nebulizer treatment. At 3:00 an X-ray was done on his chest and abdomen. The doctor on call chose to move Wes to ICU for closer monitoring. After his X-ray Wes was transported to his room from his first transplant. He was quickly met by Dr. Ponzio (the on call Dr) and Dr. Munsio who explained his X-rays and said his lungs look fine but his bowels were distended. They suggest a tube that would pass through the nose done to the stomach to remove the excess bile. This was a grueling process for Wes (and myself) but after multiple tries it was finally in and removing the bile and air from his stomach. By 5:00 Wes was able to rest.
From my understanding, the tube will remain in his nose until it shows no sign of backup and Wes is able to at least pass gas. The doctors want to give his bowels a rest.
Wes is still feeling hot and every now and then ice cold clothes are placed on his forehead arms and legs to cool him down. Overall he is feeling some relief. Btw, he just passed gas twice! Yeah! Amazing how in times like these we get excited over what is usually a common occurrence.
Thanks for all the prayers and support.
Karen
Ps. When I said resting it is mostly from being poked, prodded, and moved around. The NG tube is very uncomfortable and is keeping him from getting sleep. (8am) they are working on getting him some Benadryl.
as a nurse I’m well aware of how HUGE passing gas IS! 🙂 that’s awesome! The NG tube is not fun. it makes you have a sore throat and..well, who wants something like that, really? but it sounds like they are leaving no stone un-turned and that this will ultimately be the best thing. I put it on FB last night and will continue to pray as always.
Nothing is minor with God. He has you in His hands…at times we cannot begin to comprehend what in the world HE is thinking..but we know that “all good things come together for good…” You and Wes are such shining examples of what it looks like to ‘love God’ and to be ‘called to HIS purpose.’
Hang in there. It’s got to be so difficult for you. I pray there are friends nearby that are able to bring you comfort and help.
Praying…
~Kim
ps..throat drops/spray will help w the sore throat, if they haven’t gotten him some already.
Thanks for your encouragement. Yes God has given us both incredible families and a supportive church body that have cried with us, prayed with us, sat along side us and helped pulled us through. We are truly blessed.
Btw they just gave him the throat spray. Hopefully that will help with the discomfort.
Whatever the assault, our great God is there. I just finished reading Job, again, and after all is said and done, God has the first and last say about it all. As Job passed through some pretty horrible stuff, Wes, so are you passing through some agonizing time. Hope you keep praising Him for his constant presence with you and Karen.
Love ya soooo much and hate to see you in such pain.
We are praying for you guys and hoping that God brings you comfort and peace, both physically and mentally. Remember…..sometimes life hands you lemons!!! and other times it kicks you in the butt, slaps you on the face, a runs a cheese grader over your backside!!! But all the while God is good and faithful.
Love you guys,
Brennen and Anita
Hope you weren’t resting when I called you this morning…you sounded tired and now I know why…I did not realize you left early this morning to go to the hospital…..I’m glad Mike was able to come over and take care of the kids….I guess he’s a keeper…LOL! Sent the blogs out to my friends and family so that they can be praying!! Love you guys…I know I’m studying right now but if you need me for ANYTHING….please let me know!! Family is more important than any test I have to take!!
Wes and Karen – heard about Wes when we were out with your mom, Ruthanne, Dave and Lana in San Diego. Praying much for your pain, stamina, and continual trusting in the Lord. I know it’s hard to understand why things happen but God doesn’t let anything touch your life that He hasn’t either planned or allowed for your good. He knows everything you are going through and is with you through it. Looking forward to your sharing how God is using this in your life and whose lives are again being touched – that will be exciting.
Love you much,
Aunt Debbie