Carl has a genetic kidney disease called polycystic, a progressive disorder where cysts develop in and on the kidneys that takes away the function of the kidneys. Carl was originally diagnosed in 1980, and as the disease has progressed now has a kidney function in the 10-11% range. During the transplant process the recovery time [...]
BACK ON TRACK!
We are happy to report that David and I are doing well and recovery is on track, praise the Lord! After getting trough a couple of complications I am feeling better than I have in about 20 years and I am excited to learn how to deal with all this new energy! David and I [...]
CARL IS COMING HOME TODAY!!!
We’re so excited that Carl is coming home today! A week in the hospital is enough already! The Transplant Team will closely monitoring his kidney function, potential swelling, blood pressure, etc. Hopefully he can stay home for a while and recover. One of the many things I love about Carl is his attitude. He’s endured [...]
SO FAR, THE SURGERY WAS A SUCCESS
Hello Everyone… Well, it’s approximately 10 am. Carl’s surgery finished @ 8:30. Dr. Lewis is very optimistic about the procedure. Now, we just have to wait and see if this will solve the problem. We’re hoping and praying that we can go home in a few days. Right now we can’t have any visitors, except [...]
PREPARING FOR ANOTHER SURGERY
Hell Everyone… Thanks for your continued prayers & support. Here’s the latest… Carl will undergo “laparoscopic” surgery tomorrow morning @ 7:00 am. The fluid from the “lymph seal” isn’t drying up with the drainage tube. Thus, this must be done to relieve the pressure and fluid building up. Dr. Lewis and his team will create [...]
PRAY FOR OPTION #1
Happy Sunday Friends and Family…. We just spoke with Dr. Lewis. Carl will be staying another night because the pain is too much to go home. Hopefully the “Lymph Seal” will dry up by tomorrow. If this happens the tube can be taken out and we can go home. So, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE pray for [...]
A SHOT IN THE BUTTOX
Our journey is going pretty well. There’s been a little bump, but we’re pushing through. Earlier in the week, Carl noticed increased pressure, pain and swelling in his left leg and knee. We also noticed some swelling by the incision sight. An ultrasound and CT scan revealed 2 pockets of fluid forming around the kidney. [...]
A little hurdle
For those interested in the latest update with Carl… here it is…. Carl has been noticing some swelling, numbness, pins and needles in his left leg and knee. We went in today for an ultra sound to determine if there was any fluids building up around the kidney, any blockages or clots. The good news [...]
UPDATE AND PRAYER
Hey friends this is Chad. Marie asked me to post a prayer need. Carl is at the hospital right now. The doctor order two ultrasounds to inspect the kidney for possible fluid. Carl has had consistent pain in his left leg. Pray for this. I will let you know more when I hear from Marie.
ONE DAY AT A TIME
Taking everyday “One Day at a Time” is the only way to cope. Carl is recovering as well as can be expected. It’ll definitely take some time for his body to heal. He’s taking 13 different medications, so it’s an adjustment for his body and brain chemistry. David is doing well. His abdomen is very [...]
CARL IS HEADED HOME
I just got a call from Marie. She wanted me to share with everyone that Carl is being discharged and should be home tonight around 8pm. Marie is excited of course and will let everyone know when Carl can have visitors. This is great news and a great start towards recovery.
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