Thursday, November 5, 2009

Back on the breathing tube

Yesterday they put Jo Jo back on the breathing tube. The condition that she has is called Sepsis. It is where the body has gone into overdrive trying to fight the infection in her bloodstream. This is why she has had trouble breathing and keeping her heart rate up. It has become more difficult for her to keep her main functions going because her body is working so hard to get over her illness. She is on two antibiotics right now to treat the infection. They are also giving her pain medication to ease her discomfort. She is very unhappy with the breathing tube. When she is awake she gets very angry and arches her back and moves her body all around. They have her in arm restraints that are tied down to her bed in an effort to keep her from pulling the breathing tube out. It has been a very scary past few days. We are praying that she will make a full recovery from the Sepsis. It can develop into a very serious fatal condition if not treated correctly. We are glad that they were able to catch it and start her on medication so quickly, this increases her chances of getting better sooner.

Please keep Jolianne in your prayers while she is fighting of this infection.
Love,
Jeremy and Crystal

4 comments:

Nana and Papa said...

We love you sweet baby! We are praying with every thought.

Your Nana and Papa

The Claytons said...

We are praying for you and your family little girl. You are such a strong little fighting girl! We pray you get past the sepsis very quickly! We Love you!

Aunt Tanya said...

My prayers are with you all always!!!FIGHT LIKE A GIRL!!!You can do it.I Love you,
Aunt Tanya

Barb said...

I am praying for you sweet Jolianne for a quick recovery. I am waiting for the day when I can finally visit you.