Still trying to understand everything the GI doctors are telling us but as usual, Kelsey's results aren't bad but not wonderful either. The BIG praise is that her liver is not worst and not in a condition to prevent her from having heart surgery. The doctors have discussed the cath lab option and decided Kelsey didn't need to have that done before her surgery so we are not doing that tomorrow. Praise that's one less thing Kelsey has to go through. So, what's next for Kelsey...open heart surgery. Probably the beginning of next week, we don't have a date or time yet. As exciting as it is that it's finally going to happen, I'm nervous also because it is open heart surgery. I'm trusting God with my little baby girl because He's the one in control, now. My heart and her heart are in His hands. Pray for all of us as we prepare for this next step.
I'll try to explain the liver biopsy...it showed there was still some fibrosis but not a lot of cirrhosis. If I understand it right, her liver is showing signs of damage but not a lot of permanent damage. Her liver function numbers are still moving in the right direction but are still not in the normal range. Bascially, she has a sick liver but it seems like it's trying to heal itself but still has a long way to go. Please continue to pray for complete healing for Kelsey's liver.
Right now, I just miss holding my little girl. Since she's been on this ventilator, we can't hold her. Andy and I are both frustrated we can't hold her and feel like all she's doing at the moment is laying up there in a lonely hospital room slightly sedated. We are trying to have patience but just want all this over and our little girl better and at home with us, again.
Thanks again for all your prayers
Patti
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I hope and pray that Kelsey's heart is repaired, your minds are rested, and your arms full very soon. As always, let me know if you need anything at all.
ReplyDeletePatti & Andy ~ I have been praying for all of you since Sandy started sending me your updates...I know facing open heart surgery for Kelsey is very scary but the doctors can do amazing things with the new medical technology available today....I know because my grandson, Asher, who was 6 months old on December 24th has been through 2 of them and he is doing wonderfully! He was born on June 24th with HLHS...a congenital heart defect....so they had to do his first surgery when he was only 8 days old. I know that your faith is keeping you going and Kelsey's fight to live to be part of your precious family so please keep your "up" attitude and continue to have hope for a miracle for your unexpected miracle... Kelsey!! If you wish to read more about Asher's story you can go to carepages.com, create an account, & search for AsherBrooksFerguson. I will continue to pray for Kelsey and for strength & comfort for all of your family...we Fergusons know that prayer works!! ~ love, Sharon Ferguson...Asher & Avery's nammis
ReplyDeleteI pray that Kelsey's heart surgery goes as smoothly as possible, and she is on the road to recovery soon. Come on liver, keep healing yourself - there's a beautiful little girl depending on you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update, Patti. Prayers are with you guys always. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeletePatti, Andy, Keeton and Kelsey,
ReplyDeleteAs we enter a new year, I pray that God will bring a new wave of blessings and healing on your family and on Kelsey. May God guide the surgeon's hands next week as Kelsey undergoes what I know is a necessary but scary surgery. She's such a fighter--I pray God will bring her through stronger than ever! May you all have renewed strength in this new year.
Love, Lisa Price and family