Monday, December 08, 2008

Update on Reese

Reese had her surgery on Friday but they were not able to remove the tumor. The Dr. did say it looked "mature" which doesn't sound good but is actually considered "favorable" because it means it is done growing and isn't spreading. It is in the same place as last time. They took a biopsy of it as well as a bone marrow aspiration. They also put a new port in for chemotherapy. After being intubated two days in a row, she had some swelling and wasn't breathing well and went to the ICU. Last night she was able to leave the ICU and she is breathing well on her own now. They just got the preliminary results from the biopsy tonight and they are looking "good" but they need to wait 7-10 days for the official test results to make sure they match the preliminary results. They will be making a care plan for her tomorrow for her chemo schedule. Thank you so much for all of your prayers and I ask that you remember to continue praying for her and her mom and dad. I am very blessed to have such great family and friends that will pray for my friend that they have never even met. Thank you so much! I love you all! I will keep you updated.

5 comments:

Evie said...

It is so scary to think of such a precious little girl being so sick. We will definitely keep Reese and her family in our thoughts and prayers.

Erica said...

Thanks for the update. We will keep her in our prayers! Bless her heart.

Pat said...

It is amazing how a person can care about another that they've not met but I feel that way about Reese. It's because I know you care so much! I'll keep praying....Aunt Pat

Jamie said...

What a terrifying experience for a parent. A parents worst nightmare that is for sure. I fasted and prayed for Reese last week and we will continue to keep her in our prayers!

stephanie said...

We are still including her in our prayers, an her parents and doctors/nurses.