Oh that Hunter.
I never know what to expect from him. Yesterday was such a backwards day for Hunter, and today he's completely the opposite. I'm not complaining of course, I'm very happy because he is yet again doing very well.
He is still on his oscillator, but they've been able to turn the settings way down. His oxygen this afternoon was at 28% (remember normal air is 21%). They are continuing to wean him off of the oscillator. It sounds like he is doing great.
Hunter gets a blood test several times a day to make sure he is exchanging the carbon dioxide in his blood for oxygen. The results from this test determine the settings on the machines and give the doctors an idea of how the treatment is working. His results have been up and down since he's been born, but today the doctor said that he has been getting the best results he has EVER HAD.
The X-rays have shown that his PIE has cleared up yet again. This is awesome because yesterday it sounded like they weren't positive their first treatment would work. We're hoping that it's gone for good this time.
It sounds like they are going to let him relax and get better. This is what he needs, we really want him to keep getting better.
Saturday, January 5, 2008
That Hunter
Posted by Bobby at 7:33 PM
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Hunter, hurry and grow bigger and stronger so you can come up to visit me in Buchanan. I'm reading about your progress every day. Keep up that hard work.
Love,
Great Grandpa Benson
Hey little man Hunter! We are praying for you and we love you. Be strong so you can show mommy and daddy what you are made of! You're such a cute little guy! Hooray for the good day today! Lauren cant wait to meet her new friend... You both have so much in common! We love you all! -Erikka, Michael, & Miss Sassy Pants (Lauren)
We love good news! Keep getting stronger Hunter. Everyone loves you and prays that you keep getting better every day. We know you can't wait to get home and meet your entire family!
Love,
Mom (Mary Ann)
Hunter - guess what? I've taken your photo and have it in the back office and all of my housekeepers have written and pray for you in Spanish each day at huddle. Tears may come but you have opened up many hearts - even though some of these people will never meet you they have already fallen in love with you. Also, last Wednesday I had taken your photo to the in-house church for service worship and they have put you high on the prayer list. Pray works miracles as is displayed by your great progress for today. Do not fear little man - many people know that you are strong and that you are displaying a greatness for overcoming life's obstacles. You are loved baby boy! Keep taking it one step at a time and we will keep up our prayers. Love Ann in VA
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