Saturday, June 21, 2008

Day 21 - June 21, 2008

I forgot to mention yesterday that when I walked into Kevin's room one time in the afternoon, I pulled up the towel to look at his incision (on his belly) and couldn't believe what I saw. The stapled area was raised about an inch or more into the air and about 4 inches long. I called the nurse, who in turn called the doctor and it turns out that Kev had blood buildup under the incision. The doc came in and opened a small area and blood gushed out everywhere. Thankfully, I was not in the room by the time the doc got there (but poor Breezy was). I really thought that would be the end of it, but I guess not. When we went back in about 3 hours later, it had already built up again.

This morning, they opened his incision and put a drain in to let the blood escape. We have a meeting with the docs in the morning and I am going to see to it that we know where the blood is coming from.

As for the meeting? Breezy is really scared that it's bad because it's on a Sunday morning. I think it's just because they intend to do another skin graft on Monday or Tuesday and no one has discussed it with us yet (learned this from one of the nurses). Keep your fingers crossed, everyone.

Oh, and they had also removed some of the staples from Kev's head yesterday, but they put them back today. Apparently it was seeping fluid. Will find out more on this tomorrow too.

There are going to be lots of questions from me, that's for sure. Will let y'all know what they say tomorrow.

13 comments:

Anonymous said...

I'm glad you and Brianna are with Kevin most of the time. When my Mom had to go to the hospital, one of us was with her too.

At your meeting tomorrow, I'd mention that it was YOU who discovered that raised area on Kevin's stomach and not someone who should have discovered it.

Still praying...good luck with your meeting tomorrow. Kevin does know you are with him, even though it seems like he doesn't.

He can hear each and every single thing you say..good or bad. Try to be positive when you talk with him and let that positive energy pass on to him.

I wish someone was there to give you and Brianna a tiny rest. As hard as it is right now, please try and take care of yourselves. You must stay well so you can support Kevin each day. You guys are his most positive force..his lifeline. You and God.

Pray with Kevin. When the minister came in and prayed with my Mother..she responded and she was in a coma state.

Get some rest. Tomorrow will be another long day. All of the prayers and positive thoughts Kevin is getting can do nothing but help.

Take care...
Love,
Lisa

Anonymous said...

I haven't been here in a few days and figured I'd check in and read up on what's going on with you and your son. I agree with Lisa. They say people in comas can hear what people are saying to them. I had a friend who worked with brain injury people and he swore that comatose patients sometimes remembered what was going on when they were in the coma. I firmly believe you should keep talking to him no matter what those doctors and nurses say about him not hearing you. How do they really know anyway? Sending more prayers and luck your way.

Anonymous said...

Just ask all the questions that you need to this is your boy Les. I can hardy wait for the updates honey. I am so thankful for you blog and to think that you have the strength and courage everyday to let us know. God Bless You and Breezy and we already know that God has blessed Kevin. He will take care of the three of you honey. Love ya, Pam

Unknown said...

Les, You should ask a lot of questions because these docs need to be keeping you updated at all times. Praying for you all and thinking of you daily. Keep your faith and strength. Kevin knows you're there, and your strength is feeding him to become stronger and healthier. Love you all
Diana

Unknown said...

I don't know if you will read this before the meeting, and I am sure you will already have planned to do this...but in case you do read and did not plan ...write every question down. Between you and Breezy, make a list. Sometimes when consulting with doctors, things go off on a tangent, and we walk away with things unanswered. Write it down. Take your time. Ask a second time if they do not answer to your satisfaction. Our prayers and love and thoughts are with you.

Anonymous said...

Dear Lord, please place a hedge of protection around Kevin. Grant the Dr's and caretakers wisdom in treating him. Make Kevin comfortable and let your peace reach him so he can rest in your healing power. Comfort Leslie and Breeze at every turn of their day and strengthen them with the courage they need as they continue on this difficult journey with Kevin. Bless them and ease their fears, grant them your peace that passes all understanding. Please meet them in their every need no matter how great or small. This prayer is asked in the most precious name of Jesus. Thank you Lord for I know you hear us.
Dear Friends of Leslie, Breezy and Kevin...Please know that where there are two or three gathered in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and ask of Him anything as if we are already touching it(that is in faith)...His word says He is with us and will hear our prayer.

Vicki Chrisman said...

Hope you get all good news to day Les. Thinking of you and as always.. praying!

Anonymous said...

Leslie and Breesy, I'm still praying for you along with Lacey, and Zeke who is in Iraq, My heart aches for Kevin and his trials and tribulations, but he's such a strong man, Leslie, you've raised him right, you've given him your agility to be stong and to adapt and over come obsticals in his life. If anyone can recover from this IT WILL BE KEVIN!!! Believe in that. We all care and pray for you daily, Love Deborah, Lacey, Zeke, Devin, and Chelle Debacco send their Love your way !

Anonymous said...

Thinking about you and wanted to wish you a great day and I hope the meeting goes well with the doctors!
Susan Luce

Anonymous said...

Leslie and Breezy,
Just thinking about your meeting with the doctors today and hoping it went well.
Megan Slaugenhoup

Anonymous said...

You're doing the right thing to ask the dr's lots of questions and stay informed. If there's one thing I've learned about being sick with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for so long, it's that I have to be my own advocate. Sounds like you're doing a great job as Kevin's advocate, plus you have the added advantage of motherly instinct. Don't be afraid to go with your gut feelings! I hope they've solved the issue with Kevin's bleeding today. I'm still praying for all three of you. :)

Anonymous said...

i wanted to let you know that we are all here in vancouver washington praying for your son. my grandson was one who did not make it through the blast. i am not sure how i found this, but must of meant to as we didnt know how to find out information on the two men.

Anonymous said...

Leslie and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and especially Kevin.

We are so proud of Kevin and we admire your strength and courage.

The Roden family, Bflo., NY, Soldiers' Angels members.