I forgot about the fact that they actually found the virus that caused all of this. It is a strain of the flu - human parainfluenza virus type 3. Everyone was really excited to get a positive test back since it gives a reason and explanation to all of this. It definitely hit her hard, that's for sure! She was really awake in the evening yesterday so they increased her sedation. Her oxygen saturations were also up quite a bit during the afternoon, so something broke loose in there, which is great. That's the biggest thing right now is getting those lungs cleared out. It's hard to not see any big medical changes, but it's just going to take lots of time. We know it's her way or the highway! The fact that she has been so stable with no setbacks for 2-3 days is huge! We'll take it.
4 years ago
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Glad to hear the culprit has been id-ed. Keeping up the prayers for you!
Michelle
Olivia, I just want you to know how much we are going to miss you and Mommy. We will talk to you everyday. Keep getting better so when we come home everybody can play together. Love, Grandma Suzanne
Isn't it great to know exactly what Olivia's dealing with. When McKenna was in the hospital the doctors wanted to do all kinds of tests (spinal tap, blood, urine, etc) and I was so relieved when we got a positive flu test. It's just nice to know what you're dealing with!!
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