Thursday, April 23, 2009

Clinic Day turned Hospital Stay

Well, today was supposed to be clinic day, and it was; however, Eden was also admitted this afternoon for a fever. She had gotten sick in the car just blocks from the hospital this morning. So, that was the first concern they addressed when we arrived.


Eden was not treated at the clinic with her routine chemo as it was decided they needed to start IV antibotics before administering her chemo. As expected, her numbers were low. Her temperature was checked frequently and was inconsistent. By mid afternoon, it was decided that she should be admitted due to her low numbers. Not exactly the news we were hoping for; but, we are grateful that the doctors make these calls. Right now, Eden is considered to be neutropenic. This means her white blood cell counts are exceptionally low and there are a number of precautions that go with this diagnosis. One of the precautions includes that she is not permitted to go to the playroom - just too risky for her right now.


Between doctors checking in, vitals, and nurse visits, we are enjoying one of our favorite hospital pastimes . . . movie watching. (To be honest, these stays are really about the only time Eden gets to watch television.) Eden is not really acting like herself as she is tired and obviously not feeling up to par. We are hoping that some rest and some of the medications she is receiving will give her a boost.


Friends, please pray for her fever to subside and that she will adjust to regular vitals (currently a traumatic battle). Also, please include our friends on the floor who are fighting battles of their own. Sweet dreams -

6 comments:

  1. We are praying for the fever to subside and for Eden to handle all that is happening to her little body right now. It is great having doctors who know how to handle all this, and loving nurses to care for Eden. We also include in our prayers all the friends who are battling their own health problems. May the comfort of God's loving care help to strengthen and heal them. Love and hugs, Aunt Mary & Uncle Heinz

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  2. Sorry to learn of Eden's feeling so tough. We know this makes Mommy and Daddy feel tough, too. We love you and will pray specifically that Eden will respond quickly to the medications and will adjust to all that is involved in being back in the hospital. Entrusting you all to our loving heavenly Father. Love, Uncle Arvin & Aunt Becky

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  3. Hi Kurt, Selena, and Eden. We're praying for each of you today and trusting that "My God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus." Phil. 4:19

    Love and Prayers, Cari & Tony

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  4. We will be thinking and praying for all of you and hope Eden gets home real soon. Give her some hugs and kisses from us. Love Aunt Miranda and Uncle Travis

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  5. We are praying, praying, praying as we KNOW that our God can do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine according to HIS power that is at work within us! Grace and strength and peace to you all!! The Jeffrey's

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  6. Everyone here is going into prayer "overdrive" for white blood cells! Take care of yourselves while you take care of Edie! Love, The Berhows

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