Dear Family and Friends,
Current updates as of 10:30 p.m.:
1. Because of the elevated fever of 104 for the past 3 days, the doctors decided to place Melissa in an induced coma until Monday or Tuesday.
2. All culture studies came back negative so the doctors can't seem to identify the problem(s) that are causing the fever.
3. Tylenol will reduce fever but constant intake of tylenol will negatively affect the liver. On the other hand, Motrin or asprin will thin the blood.
4. The room is now in a controlled environment of 37 celcius or 98.6 F. Perhaps Melissa's body is having a difficult time adjusting to normal temperature.
5. Blood drain is still reddish. Still need to see yellow in order to conclude that the bleeding has stopped.
6. The traech area started to bleed today. It stopped for 3 days prior but started to bleed again today. Haven't heard from the doctors yet how to stop this bleeding whether naturally or otherwise.
7. Heart beat is around 130. This can be caused by the elevated fever or the anti-seizure medication.
Prayer Requests:
1. Pray for strength. Marlene and Michael are physically and emotionally exhausted.
2. Pray that the immediate family unit will grow closer.
3. Pray for upbeat spirit.
Thanks,
Steve
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I am the father of a 13-yr old girl, Bronte, and an 11-yr old boy, Colden. Both serve on the Crew team at Mariners Church, although they do not know Melissa. We pray daily for Melissa. We pray for that God's Holy Spirit will provide comfort and strength to Melissa, her family and friends and that Melissa's doctors will be God's healing hands to bring her back to full health. In the meantime, we will continue to pray.
In Christ's Holy name,
Kris, Bronte, & Colden Wilhelm
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