Mark seemed a little tired at this mornings visit. He wasn't as responsive as he was with us yesterday. The nurses had decorated the bandages on his head with an orange UT logo...looked like he was wearing a UT beanie.
The nephrologist says that his kidneys are holding steady. Not getting any worse, not getting any better. The infectious disease doctor was also in this morning and said that they are checking his blood daily to monitor the new infection there. After checking with the nephrologist in regards the his kidney function, they have decided to put Mark on a stronger antibiotic. (Amikacin) This will be hard on his kidneys, but necessary to help him kick this infection.
The grafting that was done last week is still looking good. After that surgery, they had given him two units of blood in anticipation of him bleeding out after they removed his packing, yet when they did he bled very little.
He is still only on the ventilator at night, to allow him to rest. He is still off of the blood pressure meds, and vitals are holding steady. His temperature fluctuates, it was 35.8 C this morning. (96.4 F) He is sitting up in a chair during physical therapy for an hour or so at a time now.
He has a communication board now so he can try to point to words/letters to let us know what he wants to say, but he doesn't care much for using it. He wants to do things his way, and he wants to talk.
The surgery for the cloned skin is in 3 days. At this point, unless something changes, it will be placed on his chest only for now.
The doctors and medical staff continue to be amazed by Mark's progress and determination. Dr Guy said last week that he hadn't expected Mark to make it three days, let alone to be where he is now and accomplishing the things he has. So keep it up Mark...you keep showing off and keep 'em talking!
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What's up with the UT beanie? Didn't the staff see the Husker pin? I know I am speaking for John when I say ...... "Equal time, Sonny Boy".
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No fear, John says, UT will improve this year because the coaching staff is from NEBRASKA!
Keep up your strength for the big day ahead. See you in three short days. Be good and no more silliness!
Mom (I'll let you guess which one) and John too.
Awesome report! We serve a Mighty God who is showing Himself Mightly in Mark's life. What an incredible fighter Mark is..... Keep on, Keeping On!
ReplyDeleteMark, Keep up the good work. Love you bro, will be up to see you on 6/5. Keep amazing everyone! Go Vols!!!
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ReplyDeleteYour surgery is tomorrow and that infection is taking it's toll on your body. Don't you give up now..KEEP FIGHTING!!! KEEP SHOWING OFF!!
I'm flying up in the morning to be with you for this surgery. I look forward to talking with you and seeing that one in a million smile soon! I pray for God to give you strength and healing. I love you so much, Bro! Hang in there! See you real soon!
Shannon
Mark,
ReplyDeleteWe are all praying for you back home! We hope that tomorrow goes well and you keep fighting!! Kim, we hope that you are taking care of yourself. We pray that the doctors can do what they need to do and that the infections go away!
Liam and Maddie send their love!
Mark,
ReplyDeleteThere are so many prayers for you and the family. May God guide the doctors and nurses as they perform your surgery tomorrow. May your family find strength in Him and may He help carry you in your struggle as you show us your strength and will to live through this marathon. You are remarkable!
Mark,
ReplyDeleteTomorrow is a big day! We are thinking about you and praying for you and your family. We can't wait for the tour of the Southland!
-The Brady's
Great to read this wonderful report. You are all in my daily thoughts and prayers. My church (Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church) has you on our prayer list. Our God is an awesome God. I know He will be with you tomorrow during your surgery. He is truly a mighty God. I will be waiting for a great update after your surgery.
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