Yesterday morning was really tough on Chelsea. The entire morning was full of different tests and procedures that really took everything out of her. She knows these things are necessary but there were so many back to back that she got tired of people constantly messing with her. As usual, Chelsea handled everything like a champ.
Chelsea is still dealing with a lot of pain and discomfort. The nurses have started pushing pillows under her back in order to lean her to one side or the other to help relieve the pressure. This too is painful but once situated it does help make her more comfortable. She has basically been in the same position since we arrived here 12 days ago.
We did have some concern yesterday when a test showed her liver function was not in the normal range. Those results precipitated even more tests. The doctors determined the elevated levels were due to a medication they had been giving her and made the necessary adjustments. The entire team here in Pittsburgh has been wonderful and we really feel confident they are watching every little thing to help care for Chelsea.
We did see some signs of our girl coming out yesterday. Chelsea sent Michael a text message and watched a movie on TV. The text was quite a challenge and she had trouble holding onto the phone and navigating her shaky little hands on the keys but she really wanted to send a message herself. Slowly but surely my Sunshine is breaking through the clouds!
Offering some words of encouragement....
ReplyDeleteI have never met you or your family, but have a niece (Abby now 5 years)who at 5 months old was an organ recipient of a liver from my mother, her living donor. Dr. Kyle is an amazing surgeon and I have had the pleasure of flying Dr. Soltys on many organ procurement flights before moving from Pittsburgh to Charlotte. I now work for Family Dollar flying their corporate jets, and learned of Chelsea's story early on. May God bless you and your family during these tough times, and may you rejoice in the miracle of life that organ donation and skillful surgeons make possible.
Wishing Chelsea strength, encouragement, and a long and healthy journey ahead.
Jill Heinrich
Glad to hear Chelsea is coming around. Just know that we are praying for her and that we love her.
ReplyDeletehey chelsea its your brother eric i just want to say that i love and miss you so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so freaking much and i can not wait to see u in a couple of weeks :))))))). you are so strong to do what u did <3. i cant wait till your home to laugh at random things that we always do. i cant wait to hear your voice agian its been way to long. stay strong chelsea i love u so much <3
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