It's Ethan's fifth month birthday today.
He's back in CICU yesterday evening. The viral infection has progressed, and his breathing is worse. They've put him on the ventilator, and yet his O2 sat is only at best 92-3.
They put a scope down his lungs yesterday evening to have a look at what's ailing him plus collecting some tissue samples, suspecting it's the same para-influenza virus, but just to make sure it's not something else as well. Some results will be in later today, others a few days later.
Dr L says that he's expected to get worse in the next few days when the infection peaks. His condition is serious as his compromised immune system may not be able to fight and eradicate the virus. There's no known/well-proven medication that can help him. If he does get worse, they may just suggest we try experimental drug. Recovery process will be prolonged.
At least thankfully he is sedated now, so hopefully he is not in much discomfort or distress. He's a fighter though. Even when he's doped yesterday he was still kicking and struggling to fight off the docs & nurses who were "disturbing" him. Strong boy, keep fighting the nasty bugs and whack them ya.
4 comments:
Dear MH & Russ,
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ethan and your family as you go though this trying period. We can fully understand the heartaches, helplessness and frustration you guys are going through. Rest assured you are not alone in this and we'll be constantly praying for Ethan's recovery. Even Zach knows abt Ethan as he prays for him too. Take care & God bless.
Chak, EK, Zach & Joash.
Ethan - You are a strong and clever boy.... Fight fight fight. I noe u will win the war. :)
Little Fighter,
In our eyes, a little kid you are not but a brave soldier who inspires with your tremendous strength. We are constantly praying for your recovery. Mummy Dopey, if you can please give him one gentle hug from all of us as we stand by you.
Liting, Kelvin, Ziyi and Zhirui
Little Ethan,
You are such an angel. You're such a brave fighter and we all believe you will win and kick the nasty virus out out and away!
You are constantly in our prayers.
Mummy MH & Daddy Russ, you guys are great and wonderful! Ethan needs you to be strong for him. We are all here for you.
Max, Jessie, Little Marvic & Little Marven.
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