Ivee had to be put in the hospital yesterday. She had a fever as high as 103.6. She has an infection around her feeding tube. They have put her on 3 different antibiotics. They are doing cultures to see what kind of infection it is. She is in alot of pain, and the fever goes away with tylenol, but comes right back when it wears off. There is also a knot that has come up on top of her head near her old drainage tube scar. They took xrays to see what it is. Well probably have the results on that tomorrow.
We also met with the radiologist, Dr. Wynn. He told us what he wants to do for Ivee's radiation regimen. We would start immediately in July when the chemo and 6 month MRI are done. Radiation would be 5 days a week for 5/6 weeks. With Ivee's age, they will need to sedate her for each treatment. This poses a problem. Radiation is done one the USA campus in the cancer clinic. Since babies are not radiated hardly ever, there is no one there that does anesthesiology. Also, there cameras aren't truly set up to watch her as closely as needed. Dr. Wynn is trying to see how we can fix both of these problems. If radiation were done in a hospital or next door to one, sedating her wouldn't be that hard, but in this case someone would have to come everyday of the week and do it. He is trying, but it may not happen.
If it doesn't, Ivee and I will have to leave for 6 weeks and either go to UAB or St. Jude's, leaving Emmett and the other two kids here. We would also (probably) have to find a place for us to stay while we are there. We are lifting in prayer that God will provide a way to keep Ivee here and have the radiation done. Dr. Wynn is still working on it, and will hope to know what needs to happen by mid June. Please, lift this up in prayer with us. Both of the radiation and for the illness she has right now. That you and God bless.
About Me
- Hope Foley
- Born in Atmore, United States
- Wife & Mommy. I have a wonderful husband who loves me deeply and three great kids. I believe in my Creator who guides me everyday. My favorite interest are stage/theatre, music/singing, antiques and art.
5 comments:
Hope, it sounds like it's been a rough week, and I'm so sorry Ivee isn't feeling good at all. I am praying for the details for what she's going through now and that God would begin to provide ways for you to stay local. He's a big, big God, and I know His ways are perfect. Please let us know if you need anything.
love, Daisy
Hope, call Dr. Robert Lightfoot at Victory Health Partners. He is a Christian physician who started a clinic to assist people who have no health insurance. He has many physicians and healthcare specialists who volunteer their services. Being a surgeon, I am sure he is well acquainted with most of the anesthesiologists in Mobile. He has established a network with many services. Dr. Lightfoot may know a anesthesiologist that could help you as he is affiliated with all of the hospitals. Victory Health Partners can be reached at 460-0999. I have read several stories in the newspaper where he had saved lives of people who had nowhere to turn. You don't know me but I attend most Sundays and have been praying for you and your family. God bless you, Brenda Phillips
Hey Hope! Sorry it's been a while for us to comment. We still pray for Ivey all the time and check up on your blogspot. Mitch is making it in Iraq and we have another addition in late August. Yes, another girl. Please tell Emmitt we said hello and give the kids an extra hug for us. We will keep praying and hoping that this infection is something minor. You know that God will work out the July chemo thing. We just have to wait on him, which can be quite stressful, waiting on his timing. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. You can get through to me by Mitch's email. Emmitt and you have that already in your email addresses. Take care. We love you guys. Ashley Mason and the girls.
Hope, we continue to pray. I can't imagine what you are going through. What I do know is that we care, we pray and you are in our hearts. God is able. He is God and He has a plan. We just can't see it. May the Lord give all of you His comfort & strength; bring healing for precious Ivee; resting 'neath the shadow of His Wings. Much love, Anna & Bob
If it is necessary for you to come to Birmingham for treatment, please let me know. I will be glad to help with arrangements for a place to stay. I think we should have room here, as well should you need it. I will be praying that you will not have to go anywhere, because I know you and Ivee both need the support and love of your family on a daily basis... but should the need arise, please let me know, I will be glad to help any way that I can!
Lori
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