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UPDATE 10/21/2016 @
2000 : We are with Sam. We got to come back about an hour ago. He is still out,
but is now off sedative. So just waiting for now. The rest of night will be
checks by PICU nurses every hour. For now we wait. PRAY for this new transition
for Sammy as he copes with all these changes. PRAY for us as his parents that
we know how to best support him as he takes in all that has happened. PRAY he
has a good night sleep and is able to remain in a peaceful, calm state. PRAY
that over the next 24 hour we see all his functions return to normal, with no
lasting nerve damage. There is a high risk of regression in multiple areas.
PRAY for us all to sleep easy and get refreshed after a very draining 48+
hours. PRAY for Logan (our 18 month old) as we hopefully will begin to transition
care of him. We are so thankful for our friend who has been able to keep him as
apart of their family for these last 48 hours and into tomorrow.
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UPDATE 10/21/2016 @
1735 : Out of surgery. We have not seen him yet. We spoke with neurosurgeon and
anesthesiologist. Surgery went as great as we could hope for. He did loose
significant blood and needed a transfusion. They were not able remove it all,
but feel that future treatments will address anything left. There is no
definitive diagnosis yet, and we will hopefully know more by Tuesday. We are
waiting for okay to see him. He will spend a couple days at least in the PICU.
PRAY for healing. Pray for a spirit of calm as Sam becomes more aware of all
that has happened. PRAY that no issues arise during this immediate recovery
period. PRAY we all are able to rest and continue to keep a spirit of calm and
peace. PRAY the MRI in the coming day shows what they want to see. PRAY we are
able to find direction for our next step.
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UPDATE 10/21/2016 @
1545 : They are beginning to close Sammy up. He is still super stable. Expect
another hour or so till surgery is complete. He will be in PICU for at least
tonight. PRAY surgeons continue to stay focused and alert as they wrap up his
surgery. PRAY they were able to remove everything needed for a healthy
recovery. PRAY Sammy continues to stay stable. PRAY for our continued calm and
peace.
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UPDATE 10/21/2016 @
1435 : Sammy's doing great, super stable. Still working on removing tumor. PRAY
for continued steadiness of those who touch Sam. For them to stay focused and
energized. PRAY that they are able to minimize any damage to surround areas and
the nerves in that area. PRAY for a clear diagnosis. PRAY for our own calm and
peace. PRAY they are able to remove all the tumor necessary for healing.
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UPDATE 10/21/2016 @
1230 : Surgery is going well. They are at the tumor and beginning removal. Sam
is stable and has not required and blood at this point. PRAY for steady hands
as removing the tumor. PRAY for minimal impact on nerves surrounding the tumor.
PRAY that there is no issues with his spinal column. PRAY for a clear, swift
diagnosis. PRAY for continued stability for Sam, for his vital organs to
maintain stability.
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UPDATE 10/21/2016 @
1135 : Surgery is under way. They are almost to the tumor site, and will then
begin removal of the tumor. Sam is stable and doing great. PRAY for clear view
of tumor and no complications in accessing tumor. PRAY for continued steady
hands of all those who touch Sam. PRAY for minimal blood loss, as to avoid the
need for a blood transfusion. PRAY for quick exchange with pathology in passing
off sample of tumor. PRAY for clear diagnosis of the type of tumor. PRAY for
continued calm spirits for ourselves and our family.
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UPDATE 10/21/2016 @
1025 : First call. He is now in surgery. Nurse said he is doing great and
pre-procedure went great. PRAY for Sammy's vital organs. He is on a breathing
tube, which could cause heart failure. PRAY for these first incisions. They
will be doing a craniotomy to access the tumor. Also doing small hole in back
of head to reduce pressure and drain spinal fluid that has built up. PRAY for
steady hands of all those touching Sam. PRAY for us to have a spirit of calm as
we wait for our next update in about an hour.
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UPDATE 10/21/16 @
0800 : We just left Sam as he is being rolled back. PRAY he takes well to the
meds being given to keep him calm. PRAY for the anesthesiologist as the prep
Sam to be put under and begin to hook him up to all the various lines. PRAY for
the surgeons as the begin to prep him for surgery. Our next update will come
once they start the surgery, which may be upwards of 2 hours from now.
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ORGINAL POST
10/20/2016 @ 1900 : As of right now Samuel will be going in for surgery at 0800
PST tomorrow. They are thinking it is a cancerous tumor. Just not sure what
specifically it is. Between 2 types basically. The neurosurgeon has blocked out
12 hours for his surgery, but we don't know specifically how long it will be.
And how they remove tumor may change based on what pathology determines the
type to be.
Pray we all rest
well tonight, especially for the surgically team.
I will try to
update with specific prayer needs as we tackle the day tomorrow. Just have to
trust God has a plan already there.
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