Resting ...

Resting...
October 1, 2013, 2:44 PM

Steve here and I am thankful to report that have finally been able to get Lee much more comfortable and able to rest. She continues to receive the IV antibiotics and they added a pain medication pump yesterday that provides much more consistent relief thant the oral medications she had been taking through the weekend. Her immune system has provided some confusing responses as she has gone from an elevated to a low white blood cell count in a 24 hour period. The infectious disease doctor thinks this could indicate her infection is viral but we may never know for sure what caused the intense pain and fever. They drew more blood cultures on Sunday evening and those will take a few days to provide any information. The current plan is simply a maintenance one for today in hopes of continuing to keep her comfortable and allowing the antibiotics to do their job if a bacteria lurks somewhere in Lee's system. Her primary care physician is also following up today for a new strategy with the neurology group in Seattle since we did not get to go there yesterday. I am hopeful our next post will be regarding an exit strategy from the hospital and next steps with some of the specialists. We are both very thankful for all of your prayers, thoughts, and
notes and especially thankful for the answered prayer of some pain and fever relief.

Messages

Crystal .
October 1, 2013, 2:48 PM

Glad to hear that Lee has some relief. Hope you will get some rest too. Continuing to pray for your family.

Lisa Currall October 1, 2013, 2:49 PM

Praising God!

Kimball & Elizabeth Parker October 1, 2013, 3:11 PM

Praise God! Thanks for the update. Continuing to pray...

Amanda Davis October 1, 2013, 3:12 PM

Praying for continued relief and more answers. Praying that God sustains you in this difficult time and for rest.
Love,
Amanda and Brad

Linda Hamilton October 1, 2013, 3:20 PM

Praising God for His tender mercies.

Kelly Anderson October 1, 2013, 3:39 PM

Thankful Lee is resting and stable.

Lee Anne Giurintano October 1, 2013, 3:51 PM

What a relief to hear Lee is responding to the medication and getting some much needed rest and pain relief. Continued prayers for improvement in her condition so she can move forward with the new specialists. Prayers for you too Steve!! The
prayers seem to be working, thank God! Thank you for keeping the Carepage family updated on Lee's progress. Keep The Faith!!

Hugs and Prayers from Paducah, Kentucky, Lee

Nola von Neudegg October 1, 2013, 3:53 PM

Hang in there Steve and Lee. I believe answers are near.

Eunice Goodwin October 1, 2013, 4:11 PM

"The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them.." .Psalm 34:17 SO thankful that Lee has had some respite from the pain. Eunice and Dan

Sandy Temple October 1, 2013, 5:00 PM

I continue to pray for Lee and you....

Ruth Warner October 1, 2013, 5:28 PM

Still praying for resolution to the confusing infection and problems.

Shirley Keith October 1, 2013, 5:33 PM

Good news or semi good news! It's good to know Lee is more comfortable. Continuing to pray.

sue ensign
October 1, 2013, 5:45 PM

Praying for you two!

Sandi Henry October 1, 2013, 6:44 PM

So thankful that Lee finally has some relief. We'll keep praying that the doctors will figure out what's causing her symptoms and that you and Lee can go home and get some needed rest. And have some fun too! Thanks for taking time to keep us updated. Hugs from TN.

Wendy Sternshein October 1, 2013, 7:21 PM

So grateful that you have found a level of relief. Will be focusing positive energy to surround you with increased and ongoing relief.

Debby Swecker October 1, 2013, 8:20 PM

Thank you Lord for your continuous love and care for Lee and Steve. We praise your name!

Eldon Marks October 1, 2013, 10:09 PM

Hi Steve, so sorry I can't come and be some company for you. I have the nasty cold flu thing that is going around. I have been praying for you and Lee though. Praying that the anti B's will take effect and eliminate the infection.

Susan Jenkinson October 1, 2013, 10:20 PM

So thankful for some relief for Lee, which will also provide relief for you as well. Will continue to pray for you guys. Wish I could do more! Love you both!

Carolyn Hamby October 2, 2013, 2:32 PM

Continuing to pray!

Cindy Hambly October 2, 2013, 4:57 PM

Still praying Steve and Lee

sherry cates October 2, 2013, 5:45 PM

GOOD TO HERE LEE IS FEELING SOME RELIEF FROM HER PAIN & SHE IS ABLE TO GET SOME REST.YOU BOTH ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. GOD BLESS
COACH & SHERRY