Also, the doctor mentioned that if his heart arrhythmia hasn't corrected within a few days they will implant a permanent pacemaker. We SO desire that his heart might be able to beat on its own. Would you pray with us for this and for the physical well-being of our precious son? Mason pointed out this is another invitation to look to Christ. He has proved Himself a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46).
"Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart." - Winnie the Pooh
Thursday, October 9, 2014
Prayer needed
As I just mentioned, Jackson's status changes very quickly. Just shortly after my last post the doctors began to suspect a problem. Jackson is extremely swollen following surgery but the swelling is almost totally in his head and upper chest. When the doctors noticed a growing amount of swelling they suspected a blockage in his heart. They did an urgent bedside procedure to look for possible clots around the outside of his heart that could be leading to increased pressure/blockage. They found nothing. The surgeon wonders if there might be a clot forming at the tip of his PICC line. They will begin blood thinners to try to prevent any further clotting. They are also beginning diuretics to attempt to get rid of excess fluids.
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Paying for both of you and especially for little Jackson! Stay strong!
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ReplyDeletePraying that the doctors find the source of the problem, and that his little heart would work as it needs to. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are constantly with you all.
ReplyDeleteOh, Rachel! So sorry for this latest hardship! We will continue to pray. I can only imagine how hard this is for a mom and dad to see their precious little baby go through this. : (
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