"The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever." - Psalm 23

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

July 21, am update

After his first plasma transfer, which wasn't completed until after 11p.m. last night, Austin's overall condition has not improved. His kidney functioning has actually worsened. Doctors have shared that it is not unusual because it often takes 24 hours for full effects of the treatment to take place. Overall, his blood count is not horrible, but needs to improve over the next 48 hours.

The greatest concern at this point is the functioning of his kidneys. Most likely he will have to undergo the not so pleasant process of a catheter to drain his bladder. A major prayer concern is that his kidneys begin to respond to the plasma treatments. If kidney function continues to decline we may be looking at at least temporary dialysis - which would not be pleasant.

One sign of good news this morning is Austin's desire to try jello and liquids, which he has been too nauseated to take since entering the hospital. We continue to face each new day with the knowledge that God is faithful and a gratefulness for all who are walking this journey with us.
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3 comments:

  1. Rhonda YoderJuly 21, 2010 at 7:31 AM

    Austin,
    We're praying for the fight to come out in you here! For God's protection over you & healing power within you...for Leslie and Tyler, for God's presence to span the distance and His peace to reassure you...for Ritch and Char,to grab rest when you can and be reminded of our trustworthy God often! Trusting each of you into God's capable and mighty hands!

    "The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged."
    Deut. 31:8

    Love you--Rhonda

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  2. SondraJuly 21, 2010 at 7:50 AM

    Dear friends,
    Oh my, I just heard about all of this last night when Megan read the blog site. Our prayers are with you all! Please know we love you dearly and hope and pray for peace for Austin. Dean and Sondra

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  3. UnknownJuly 21, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    Dear Austin, Char, and family,

    I just found out about Austin's illness, and I am so sorry! I pray for wisdom for the doctors and for courage and strength to fight this disease. Remember that when the leper said to Jesus, "If you are willing, you can heal me," Jesus replied, "I am willing!" Hold tight to God's promises, which include "plans to give you hope and a future," Jer. 29:11.

    With love,
    Lois Martin

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