Thanks for keeping us updated Vickie. My prayers continue
Vicki K
On Sun, Jan 15, 2023 at 5:53 PM Vickie Rolison <happytraveler1972@xxxxxxxxx>
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Linda Falberg Samul
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Medical Update & Prayer Request for Tony:
It's been a few days since my latest updates, but basically Tony has been
in quarantine at U of M, still receiving care recovering from his kidney
surgery, plus the UTI, C-diff, & the January 6th diagnosis of
Covid. He's been improving in all areas, with the exception of 2 key
functions of the new kidney. His hemoglobin has increased to 10, which is a
huge improvement from the 7.5. Hemoglobin reading when he was re-admitted
on 1/6. His sodium was very low at that time, which also caused him to be a
fall risk, as well as increasing the chances of a grand mal seizure. That's
back up to safe levels. His PT & OT will b e clearing him for transfer to
the rehabilitation center, hopefully in South Lyon, not far from our condo.
But, U of M may have him transfered to the rehabilitation floor of the
hospital. We'll find out more after one more mountain to climb.
This is where the prayer Request comes in. Tony's new kidney is working,
however, there is concern regarding his Creatinine & BUN (Blood Urea
Nitrogen) levels, which are way too high. Although his GFR is at 22%, which
continues to increase, the nephrology team is stumped as to why the kidney
appears to be functioning, but not in the Creatinine & BUN levels.
Therefore, tomorrow morning, Tony will be undergoing a biopsy on his new
kidney, to see what the cause it. The hematoma that was removed Christmas
Day, during a 2nd surgery after the transplant, was supposed to be the fix.
But it appears there's an issue there, so the biopsy will give more
information than an ultrasound, which isn't showing why the Creatinine &a
mp; BUN haven't decreased into the acceptable references ranges for a new
kidney recipient. We know God's still with Tony, as he recovers, & will be
with him tomorrow, during the biopsy, which will give the team answers, as
to how to proceed next. As always your prayers are welcomed & appreciated
as Tony continues to power through, on the road to recovery. His new gift
was meant for him, & just needs a little help adapting to it's new home in
Tony's challenging, yet remarkable body. Tony has always been a medical
puzzle, but comes across that finish line as a medical miracle. And with
your continued prayers, this will happen. We appreciate all the out pouring
of, replies, posts, comments, phone calls, texts & especially for your
love, support & prayers. Thank you so much, & I'll give Y'all a report, as
soon as I get answers.❤️🫂㈻ 1;🙏
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