Dear friends,
After 6 hours of surgery, the surgeons were able to successfully remove her mycotic aneurysm. This was a complicated surgery, but by God's grace and with all of your prayers, it went very well. Thank you for your faithful prayers.
Melissa will stay Childrens Hospital of Orange County for a week to recover and be observed, so please continue to pray for her recovery, and that God relieves her pain when she coughs (her stitches are in her stomach area so coughing is vrey painful for her. Please pray for God to comfort her, and release and reduce her pain.
May God continue to bless you through your faithful prayers.
In Him,
Michael
Monday, June 23, 2008
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Update from Michael, Saturday, June 21, 10:30 p.m.
Dear Friends and prayer warriors:
Once again I sincerely ask you to pray for Melissa. She is going to undergo major surgery tomorrow morning.
This is a critical time for Melissa. She is scheduled for surgery at 9:00 a.m. Sunday morning (6/22) to correct a mycotic aneurysm. The aneurysm is located behind the colon. Surgery would be performed by cutting through the belly button. The surgery is major and inherent risks are great. Pray that God continues to deliver Melissa from danger. Pray particularly for God's guiding hands over the surgeons and wisdom for the medical staff to perform this surgery.
The same time we praise to the Lord, that He helped us find out about the mycotic aneurysm by His mercy. On Friday, Melissa was originally scheduled to have surgery to replace her clogged shunt which had causes swelling in her left brain. Before surgery they did an ultrasound and found a 3 cm size aneurysm by coincidence. I believe this coincidence was the work of God. According to the doctors, normally an aneurism as small as 1.5 cm will rupture, but Melissa’s is twice that size. If it were to have ruptured it is likely that she would have died. So we give all the Thanksgiving and praise to Him.
Michael
Once again I sincerely ask you to pray for Melissa. She is going to undergo major surgery tomorrow morning.
This is a critical time for Melissa. She is scheduled for surgery at 9:00 a.m. Sunday morning (6/22) to correct a mycotic aneurysm. The aneurysm is located behind the colon. Surgery would be performed by cutting through the belly button. The surgery is major and inherent risks are great. Pray that God continues to deliver Melissa from danger. Pray particularly for God's guiding hands over the surgeons and wisdom for the medical staff to perform this surgery.
The same time we praise to the Lord, that He helped us find out about the mycotic aneurysm by His mercy. On Friday, Melissa was originally scheduled to have surgery to replace her clogged shunt which had causes swelling in her left brain. Before surgery they did an ultrasound and found a 3 cm size aneurysm by coincidence. I believe this coincidence was the work of God. According to the doctors, normally an aneurism as small as 1.5 cm will rupture, but Melissa’s is twice that size. If it were to have ruptured it is likely that she would have died. So we give all the Thanksgiving and praise to Him.
Michael
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Update from Michael - 6-19-2008
Day 15 in HealthBridge Children’s Rehabilitation Hospital
393 S. Tustin Ave., Orange, CA 92866
Dear Friends,
I am so glad to report to you how God's continual blessings flow to Melissa and our family. Her improvements are indeed miraculous.
1. On Sunday (6/22), the doctors are expecting to discontinue all drug-based medication. Pray that Melissa will continue to breath on her own in spite of absence of these medications.
2. The swelling in the brain seems to have increased. On Wednesday, June 18, her CT Scan showed the shunt was clogged. On Friday (June 20 @ 1:30 p.m.) she will have surgery to replace the shunt
3. Physical therapy is going well. Pray for her neck strength when she sits up. One major hurdle and benchmark would be her ability to sit up.
4. Melissa is now able to breath on her own for 10 hours per day.
5. Melissa received a new bed which will allow easier physical therapy maneuvers.
Overall, Melissa’s condition is has been stabilizing and improving over the last couple of weeks. Praise God!!
Prayer Requests:
1. That the minor brain surgery to replace her shunt on Friday, June 20 @ 1:30 p.m. will be successful.
2. The house is going through some termite work. In addition, the downstairs bathroom will be reconfigured to allow Melissa's usage. Pray that timing will be conducive to Melissa's eventual homecoming.
Pray for God's continued protection over Melissa.
In Him,
Michael
393 S. Tustin Ave., Orange, CA 92866
Dear Friends,
I am so glad to report to you how God's continual blessings flow to Melissa and our family. Her improvements are indeed miraculous.
1. On Sunday (6/22), the doctors are expecting to discontinue all drug-based medication. Pray that Melissa will continue to breath on her own in spite of absence of these medications.
2. The swelling in the brain seems to have increased. On Wednesday, June 18, her CT Scan showed the shunt was clogged. On Friday (June 20 @ 1:30 p.m.) she will have surgery to replace the shunt
3. Physical therapy is going well. Pray for her neck strength when she sits up. One major hurdle and benchmark would be her ability to sit up.
4. Melissa is now able to breath on her own for 10 hours per day.
5. Melissa received a new bed which will allow easier physical therapy maneuvers.
Overall, Melissa’s condition is has been stabilizing and improving over the last couple of weeks. Praise God!!
Prayer Requests:
1. That the minor brain surgery to replace her shunt on Friday, June 20 @ 1:30 p.m. will be successful.
2. The house is going through some termite work. In addition, the downstairs bathroom will be reconfigured to allow Melissa's usage. Pray that timing will be conducive to Melissa's eventual homecoming.
Pray for God's continued protection over Melissa.
In Him,
Michael
Update from Michael - 6/13/2008
Melissa Yu Update as 2008-06-13 Friday
Day 9 in HealthBridge Children’s Rehabilitation Hospital
393 South Tustin Ave
Orange, CA 92866
Hi Friends,
Praise God that Melissa is progressing positively:
1. Melissa shows more stamina with physical therapy.
2. Melissa has gained 7.25 lbs. She had dropped to 89.76 lbs. on in May 13, and as of June 9 was up to 97.1 lbs.
3. She is able to hold her head up on her own for a longer period of time while sitting up.
4. She is breathing on her own for an hour in the morning and another hour in the afternoon/evening. The rest of the time is with ventilator. The assisted breathing ensures that her heart will not be overworked.
5. Melissa has physical therapy 4 times per week, speech therapy 4 times per week, occupation therapy 3 times per week, at about 30-60 minutes each time, depending on her condition.
6. Yesterday we put her in a reclining wheelchair and took her outdoors.
7. She is able to take a bath every day.
Prayer Requests:
1. That Melissa continues to improve and stabilize.
2. For physical strength for Michael and Marlene. This journey has been exhausting and our life style has been materially altered.
3. For God’s protection over Melissa.
God is good and gracious.
In Him
Michael
Day 9 in HealthBridge Children’s Rehabilitation Hospital
393 South Tustin Ave
Orange, CA 92866
Hi Friends,
Praise God that Melissa is progressing positively:
1. Melissa shows more stamina with physical therapy.
2. Melissa has gained 7.25 lbs. She had dropped to 89.76 lbs. on in May 13, and as of June 9 was up to 97.1 lbs.
3. She is able to hold her head up on her own for a longer period of time while sitting up.
4. She is breathing on her own for an hour in the morning and another hour in the afternoon/evening. The rest of the time is with ventilator. The assisted breathing ensures that her heart will not be overworked.
5. Melissa has physical therapy 4 times per week, speech therapy 4 times per week, occupation therapy 3 times per week, at about 30-60 minutes each time, depending on her condition.
6. Yesterday we put her in a reclining wheelchair and took her outdoors.
7. She is able to take a bath every day.
Prayer Requests:
1. That Melissa continues to improve and stabilize.
2. For physical strength for Michael and Marlene. This journey has been exhausting and our life style has been materially altered.
3. For God’s protection over Melissa.
God is good and gracious.
In Him
Michael
Friday, June 6, 2008
Notes From Mr. B, Robin and Michael - Melissa Transferred to REHAB!
June 6, 2008 @ 8:00 a.m.
Note From Mr. B:
Quite a day for the Yu family yesterday. Melissa has been discharged from CHOC and moved to HealthBridge Children’s Rehabilitation Hospital. Here’s the address and telephone number. Visiting hours are 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., but it would be a good idea to call first to make sure she’ll be available for visiting and not undergoing physical therapy.
HeathBridge Children’s Rehabilitation Hospital
393 S. Tustin Ave. Room 12
Orange, CA 92866
714-289-2400
Note from Robin:
Much joy today for the Yu Family! Melissa has been moved to her new home, HeathBridge Rehabilitation Hospital, a CHOC rehab facility. in Orange. It's a beautiful "cottage-styled" home with a lovely yard and Melissa is in one of 27 rooms (very lucky to be there). Marissa, Taylor and I arrived this evening to say hello and have a short visit with Melissa and Marlene. Marlene was lovingly stroking Melissa and comforting her in her new surroundings -- wonderful to see only a couple of machines in the room. Melissa looked beautiful, peaceful and had small movements with her legs and arms throughout our stay. I know Marlene and Michael long for her to be home with their family. Please continue to pray that she makes steady progress and is returned home soon!
A huge thank you to all our prayer warriors and family and friends that continue to support the Yu family with meals, gifts, etc. their needs remain great. The high school girls are still seeking a donor to help sponsor t-shirts "We
God Bless You All!!
Robin
Note from Michael:
Melissa Update as 2008-06-05 Thu
Day 100 in PICU at Children Hospital of Orange County, California
Dear Friends,
Praise the Lord! I am thrilled to report to you a most wonderful milestone for Melissa! She was discharged from PICU at Children’s Hospital of Orange County today at about 5:00 p.m., after 100 days stay in PICU. Melissa has been transferred to HealthBridge Rehabilitation she was transfer to HealthBridge rehab. center where where she will be undergoing rehab. 3 hours per day.
Thank you for all your prayers for her. Please continue to pray for her until she is totally restored to normal … even stronger than before.
I will provide you more details and prayer requests later.
God bless you all, let us praise Him.
Michael
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Update from Michael, Wednesday, June 4 @ 10:14 p.m.
Day 99 in PICU, Children's Hospital of Orange County, California
Dear Friends,
God continues to be good and merciful to Melissa and us. Here is the latest:
1. The doctors placed Melissa back on the ventilation today after she breathed on her own for about 48 hours. This was done because Melissa had over an hour of physical therapy and decrease in medication and the stress had caused her to sweat profusely for 3 hours. In order to prevent her lungs from over-working, ventilation was placed back on. This is very positive.
2. We are currently considering Melissa’s eventual placement at Health Bridge rehabilitation center. This is an in-between home and hospital facility where Melissa can receive physical therapy and doctors feel Melissa can benefit the most. Positive attributes of this facility are a) its very clean; b) it is located just 5-7 minutes from CHOC; c) it has a contract with our insurance provider, Kaiser, which eases the insurance complications; d) ICU doctors from CHOC also cover that facility; e) Melissa can have her own room with a parent being able to spend the night.
Though Marlene and I would much rather have Melissa at home, we realize that we can’t be hasty or it may cause negative impacts on Melissa's recovery efforts.
3. Her most recent MRI of her brain stem was good. The doctors are continuously seeking answers as to why Melissa is not able to move her arms very much and why her reflexes are not as good as they would like. One of the speculations is that the shunt has some blockages. The doctors were pleased to note that Melissa resisted the doctors hand pressure. When the time is appropriate, perhaps the doctors will perform minor surgery to replace or clean the shunt.
4. Pray for Melissa’s continued recovery, in particular, that she will regain movement in her arms, be able to swallow and will recover her ability to speak.
5. Additionally, Melissa will need some equipment in rehab not provided by insurance, such as a wheelchair.
Although Melissa has shown drastic signs of improvements, please don't forget to praise God for His mercy and protection over Melissa.
In Him,
Michael
Dear Friends,
God continues to be good and merciful to Melissa and us. Here is the latest:
1. The doctors placed Melissa back on the ventilation today after she breathed on her own for about 48 hours. This was done because Melissa had over an hour of physical therapy and decrease in medication and the stress had caused her to sweat profusely for 3 hours. In order to prevent her lungs from over-working, ventilation was placed back on. This is very positive.
2. We are currently considering Melissa’s eventual placement at Health Bridge rehabilitation center. This is an in-between home and hospital facility where Melissa can receive physical therapy and doctors feel Melissa can benefit the most. Positive attributes of this facility are a) its very clean; b) it is located just 5-7 minutes from CHOC; c) it has a contract with our insurance provider, Kaiser, which eases the insurance complications; d) ICU doctors from CHOC also cover that facility; e) Melissa can have her own room with a parent being able to spend the night.
Though Marlene and I would much rather have Melissa at home, we realize that we can’t be hasty or it may cause negative impacts on Melissa's recovery efforts.
3. Her most recent MRI of her brain stem was good. The doctors are continuously seeking answers as to why Melissa is not able to move her arms very much and why her reflexes are not as good as they would like. One of the speculations is that the shunt has some blockages. The doctors were pleased to note that Melissa resisted the doctors hand pressure. When the time is appropriate, perhaps the doctors will perform minor surgery to replace or clean the shunt.
4. Pray for Melissa’s continued recovery, in particular, that she will regain movement in her arms, be able to swallow and will recover her ability to speak.
5. Additionally, Melissa will need some equipment in rehab not provided by insurance, such as a wheelchair.
Although Melissa has shown drastic signs of improvements, please don't forget to praise God for His mercy and protection over Melissa.
In Him,
Michael
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Update from Steve, Tuesday, June 3
Just a quick update from Marlene this morning.
1. Melissa was able to breathe on her own for over 13 hours (as of 8:35 this morning).
2. Heart beat is below 100 which seems she's ver calm.
3. Throughout the night, no cough at all.
Let's keep praying for continued improvements and stabilization of Melissa's conditions.
Thanks,
Steve
1. Melissa was able to breathe on her own for over 13 hours (as of 8:35 this morning).
2. Heart beat is below 100 which seems she's ver calm.
3. Throughout the night, no cough at all.
Let's keep praying for continued improvements and stabilization of Melissa's conditions.
Thanks,
Steve
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