Another hospital update

Meritage

I put it on FB, but thought I'd post here as well.  Carter had surgery late yesterday, and it went well.  It took longer than expected as there was more fluid/puss in his lungs than they thought.  They cleaned out quite a bit, and he has two tubes coming out of his chest right now to continue draining fluids.  One will come out today or tomorrow, and the other will come out the next day.  They are testing the fluids/bacteria so they can determine the best antibiotic approach for treatment.

As long as he has the chest tubes, he'll be in the ICU so they can keep a close eye on him.  Once they're out, he'll probably be in the regular Pediatrics area of the hospital for another day or two, and then sent home.  While he was under general anesthesia, they put in the long term IV that can last up to six weeks so he can continue to receive IV antibiotics at home (likely for 14 days after he is sent home).

He is definitely improving, although sad about being in the hospital and desperately wanting to go home which is a good sign.  When we first checked in on Saturday, he was too sick to care about where he was.  He did very well under the general anesthesia, and hasn't had any nausea from it wearing off.

I truly appreciate all of the good thoughts and prayers, and are so grateful for the support!  It really means a lot to me to have so many people thinking about my little boy and praying for a quick recovery.  So thank you!!

m&m818

I still can't believe how quickly this turned into something so serious, but glad it sounds like he is being well taken care. Hope you are taking care of yourself too, S!

Wishing C a speedy recovery.

alibee09

I have been thinking about you guys since I read the first update yesterday... I'm glad he's improving, and I can't even imagine what an ordeal this has been for you all. You're strong cookies! I hope he has a speedy recovery!

mandy0505

It must be tough seeing your little man in the hospital like that. Stay tough mama! Lots of thoughts and prayers heading your way!

I<3MYHUSBAND

I am glad it went well. Lots of thoughts to you and your family. I hope Carter gets to go home and is feeling much better very soon.

secretkeeper321

So glad to hear surgery went well and he's starting to act more like his normal self. Thank you for updating us....I'll still be thinking of you guys and sending get well soon thoughts and prayers.

Mrs.Wright07

I'm so glad it went well.  Sending him tons of speedy recovery dust!!

danandkelly

Thank you for the update, I've been thinking of him and you!

I'm so glad that he is doing better, and continue to wish him a speedy recovery!

AnyaBella

You have definitely been in my thoughts and I am so glad to hear that he is at least looking forward to going home. Definitely a good sign. Poor little guy! I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

kfishie

I am so glad to hear that he is improving!!!  Hugs to you and C!!!  Wishing C a speedy recovery!

Lexi & Orion's Mommy

i hope he is outa there soon!

marsnemmo

Sheila, I'm so glad that he is doing well!!!!!

 

More prayers and good thoughts for the antibiotics, the rest of the hospital stay to you and the family!! 

MommySteph2009

Sounds like things are going well, I'm so glad to hear this.  Keeping your Ds in my thoughts and prayers.

SweetieP

m&m818:

I still can't believe how quickly this turned into something so serious, but glad it sounds like he is being well taken care. Hope you are taking care of yourself too, S!

Wishing C a speedy recovery.

  Exactly this!  Lots of hugs and well wishes!

dblhappiness

I'm so relieved to hear that he's getting better. You all have been in my thoughts & prayers and I hope he continues to recover well. Many hugs, S!!! 

lukaface

I'm so sorry that you are all having to deal with this!  I wish him a very speedy recovery and big hugs to you for keeping everything together.  Sending you good thoughts and healing healthy dust for Carter.

2bearichards

You guys are in my thoughts!!

fjaril

lots of speedy recovery dust.

i'm not sure where you are, but if you need anything and I can help, let me know. my kid loves cars trips!

love22

Wow, what an ordeal.  I am so glad the surgery went well and he is improving every day.  I also, can't believe how fast it got so serious.  He and your family are in my prayers.

roxyttandme

I am SO glad to hear that he is doing better. I can't imagine how hard this was for you. Just heart breaking.

T & P coming your way for a speedy and event free recovery!

caseyleigh77

Both my DH and myself are shocked at how quickly things can go south. We have been thinking and talking about your little guy since yesterday. Lots of prayers go out to you and your Dh and of course C for hopes that a speedy recovery is on the horizon!

soon2Bkranz

Truckloads of thoughts still coming your way

pkw

I have been reading your posts via my phone, but iphones are a PITA to post from so I haven't.

I just wanted to let you know that you and family have been in my prayers and I have been thinking about you guys a lot.  (((HUGS))) 

quesarah

I'm so glad to hear he's improving!  I've been thinking about you guys and will continue to send good thoughts your way!

carmelbride05

I too have been thinking about you guys and thinking how tough this is on all of you.  I am glad surgery went well.  I will continue wishing and praying for him to have a fast recovery!