Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Wednesday Update

Caitlyn seems to be happier today and her fevers are becoming a little more spread out. (The Tylenol and Motrin seem to last a little longer between fevers.) She has been doing lots of respiratory exercises and "percussion" therapy. (think: bongos.) The discovery of a TV with Playstation and VCR helped distract her from her discomfort this morning. I would say today seemed like a pretty good day.

Medically speaking, though, things could be a lot better. Her x-rays have not been showing much improvement. Despite the findings yesterday that the collapsed lung seemed to be inflating better, the radiologist said that actually, it might have just been that the angle the x-ray was taken at made it appear to have improved, but it really hadn't changed. Either that or she has regressed since yesterday. She had a CT scan this afternoon, but unfortunately, it didn't provide the doctors with much new information.

We saw an infectious disease specialist today. He'll be exploring other possible explanations for the pneumonia.

It's been a bit frustrating that the doctors are stumped and can't figure out what's wrong with Caitlyn. However, I feel at peace about it because I know God likes to work out the things that are impossible for us to work out on our own. I trust He is working something good through this and I know He taking care of her.

Sorry this is going to be short, but I am wiped out and need some rest. Please keep checking back to see what's up!

By the way, though, I really wanted to thank everyone for their amazing support and love throughout all of this! Our family has experienced such an outpouring, it's impossible to describe! Caitlyn has been so lifted up and blessed by the visits, gifts, flowers, and prayers. We really wish we could express our gratitude, but words don't do it. Thanks so much!

I'll put some pictures up soon.

7 comments:

The Shinnicks said...

love you and praying for you guys! get better soon, caitlyn!

love,
uncle chris & aunty becky

~just me~ said...

thanks for the updates! We all prayed for her at life group last night. :)
~Karina

Brigetta said...

We are praying ps. 103:3 for Caitlyn. Thank you for the updates! Love, Brigetta & family

Hello...Friends said...

You have been on our hearts and minds. We are sad that your family has to suffer through such a difficult illness. We are praying for you... that God will give insight to the doctors, that the Holy Spirit will comfort and strengthen Caitlyn and the family, and that Caitlyn will be healed by Christ's touch. We love you all.

Chris and Elizabeth Waters

stan said...

Stand firm, we have a hope that does not disappoint.

Unknown said...

Dear David and Ally,

Know that my prayers are with you and you and Caitlin are in my thoughts and prayers everyday since I talked to your dad on Tuesday.

Love, Auntie Arlene

Mama Kara said...

we love you lots caitlyn! kara sends her big hugs and wet slobbery baby kisses!!