Wednesday, May 03, 2006

The Last Battle

Lori is off the ventilator!!! The Pulmonary Doctor thought the time was right. Her CO2 output has not been enough since they removed the ventilator so they are trying a mask that assists her on breathing. We will know tonight whether this will work or if we have to go back to the ventilator. So everyone take a deep breath on Lori’s behalf!!

The brain issue is more good news than bad - according to Lori’s Uncle Bill. There is a small portion of permanent damage but hopefully will not impact her much.

They also removed the drain tube from her abdomen today and so far all is ok.

They have also taken her off of all blood pressure medicine!!

As you can see, we have had a great day! Lori looks much better and we can definitely see improvement!

Thanks for all of your thoughts and prayers!

7 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

I have been checking on Lori everyday, sometimes 3 or 4 times per day. This is what I have been waiting to hear, such good news. Looks like she is turning the corner to recovery!!! To all of Lori's close friends, what a support team you are!
Melanie

6:18 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

SNEEEEEEEEEEEED!
i love you

your brotha

8:07 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I just checked to see if there was an update and what wonderful news! Lori, your strong spirit continues to sustain you.

Love and prayers,

Marilyn Parrish

8:33 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Awesome news today!!!! I have to believe it's a result of a lot of good doctoring, a lot of strong praying, a helluva lot of your own inner strength, and of course, a little Al Green never hurt anybody. Keep rockin Lori. You'll be back strolling behind news anchors and stealing airtime before we all know it. You inspire more people than you'll ever know.

love,

jay

10:27 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Sorry to ask, but could someone explain why Lori had the problem in the first place. Thanks.

10:50 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

We are so glad Lori is improving. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Ann Ryan

9:29 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

We all are so pleased to hear of your continued progress to recovery. Our prayers have been answered. You and you family will be in our thoughts and prayers for continuing good news.

Dr & Mrs. Wm. C. Sams & Family
The Eye Clinic Staff
Adele, Crystal, Sharon, Ana and
all the rest of the gang

10:06 AM  

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