Our thoughts are with you and Adam. Art
On Wed, Nov 12, 2008 at 1:05 AM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Friends, > > Just some quick follow-up: > > Adam had a very good day today. > > A few concerns: His white cells are still up. All samples of blood, mucus, > and whatever else they have drawn for cultures have comeback negative. They > did find a blood clot in his left leg and will probably place some type of > IV to catch it. They don't seem to be overly concerned about it. > > Some very good things: Adam's EEG came back normal. So there is evidence > that at least one Tierney has a normal brain. Dave brought a MacBook to the > hospital for Adam to use. Adam signed on to his AIM account, and text > messaged some friends to their surprise. He struggled typing at first but > it became easier. He tires quickly though and did not stay online long but > he really enjoyed communicating with the outside world. They were able to > finally fish a feeding tube past his stomach and into the small intestines. > That means they can feed him without the problem of vomiting. He hasn't > been able to keep food down in almost five days so he is great need of > nourishment and will now be able to get it. His energy levels should start > climbing. All of his numbers look good. He was very relaxed today. > > Please pray that there is no infection and that Adam's white blood cells > will return to normal; that his blood clot will cause no harm and that they > will be able to take care of it; that his energy level will grow; and for > discernment in knowing what to do regarding the next time we go to rehab. > > Thanks for your prayers, > Dave and Lisa Tierney > > > > > ************** > AOL Search: Your one stop for directions, recipes and all other Holiday > needs. Search Now. ( > http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100000075x1212792382x1200798498/aol?redir=http://searchblog.aol.com/2008/11/04/happy-holidays-from-aol-search/?ncid=emlcntussear00000001) >
