6/23/09
Britney had a great night last night. She had a chest wash out which is common for any one with their chest open. Clotting is common if there is not constant drainage from chest tubes. After the clots were removed and a pnemuothorax (air in the chest cavity compressing the lung) was drained with a chest tube her heart began pumping above the ECMO which is an amazing sign. The blood flow to her feet hands and face improved greatly. Her left foot has normal color now and the right foot is looking much better also. She had a pain response during the surgery and blinked her eyes 20x. She was very stable overnight. They continue to give her blood because the heparin from the ECMO is causing some small bleeding from all of her surgical sites but this is controllable.
I have been a blood donor for 4 years since going to medical school. It is an incredible way to give back. So many people ask what they can do. Give blood locally where ever you are.
Kids update
Jonas is doing much better today. One of the childlife specialists helped him get his feelings out over a game of air hockey, and his friend Isaac who moved to Phoenix last year from Milwaukee was able to come down and suprise him. Today Vera is sad and acting out but we are getting through it. She thought that since mommy looked more like herself last night she would be awake and was angry she wasn't.
Thank you everyone for your love and prayers. We have incredible family and friends. The Emergency Medicine program here has quickly become our family and along with people from our church have taken us in and we will love them forever.
I'll post another update later today and a story of what happened for all of the people I have not been able to explain how she got sick and the series of miracles that has kept her alive and with the chance of recovery.
John
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I know I posted this morning on the other blog, but thank you John for all of this. It makes some of us here seem more involved! Our prayers are with Britney and all of you there in Tuscon.
ReplyDeleteLove, Dee Dee and the family
I just want you to know that we are also vigilant here in Alabama. Our hearts are with you and the children. I know it's easy to say at such great distances, but I'm sure you know we would do anything to help. Thank you for keeping us updated. We send our love. Gordie, Julie, Cortland, Sofie, Eva
ReplyDeleteWe are so happy to hear it was a good night! Thanks for doing this blog John, it's nice to hear updates in your words. We'll keep the prayers comming.
ReplyDeleteAndy and Amanda Hansen
Thank you for your update, John. I have been praying for Britney and your family the past few days since I found out, and you are in my thoughts constantly. I pray for angels to be around you all, to sustain you and comfort you, and for Britney to be able to recover. Your words are very encouraging.
ReplyDeleteEmily Spencer and family
We've been praying for Britney and for you and the kids. We love you guys and we are sending angels to watch over you.
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ReplyDeleteThe Adams said...
That is so great to hear!! Thanks for keeping us updated. Our prayers are with her! :) Keep up the progress Britney!
Sara said...
My name is Sara and I am one of Dee Dee's closest friends. All of these small improvements are so encouraging. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this hard time.
Cary Russell said...
Thank you very much for starting this up Mackenzie. I wish i could be there and help show my support but i hope atleast my prayers are being felt by the whole family. It's tough to find ways to help rejuvenate the soul in times like these but i implore everyone to take a moment and hug those around you.
Jared and Karissa said...
Thank you so so so much for starting this. We attended Medical School with the Winklers. And were just heartbroken to hear of this trial-- we are grateful she is making small improvements. WE pray she continues to make progress. Thank you again for starting this blog.
Sarah said...
We will continue our prayers for Britney and you John and for the kids. Thank you for setting this blog up for all of us!!!!!!
It's so hard not knowing. Take care!
-Sarah &Casey Lythgoe
Dustncort said...
Hoping that the good news continues. Britney is a fighter and I know she will keep fighting through this. My love, thoughts and prayers go out to her and her families.
Love,
Cortney Spear Stone
Bealer Babies said...
For those of us not able to be by her side in Tuscon this is the next best thing. Just like waiting by the phone for any news it will be nice to check here. We would be there if we could, Mike and I are in Montrose to be close to family. Of course our thoughts and prayers are there with you. We are trying to have the faith our children have, the if we just ask of the lord our prayers will be answered. Joey ask Heavenly Father to "Keep Britney a mommy." If it be the lords will we all hope to keep Britney a mommy. We love you, love Dee Dee, Mike, the kids and all the Montrose gang!
john- my name is charity leetch my husband aaron is one of the em/peds soon to be second years. we just want to know that we are fervently praying for you and your family. we believe that nothing is impossible with God and we are praying for a supernatural miricle for britney. we hope to meet you soon but know that we are praying for for you
ReplyDeleteHello from Linda and Jim Twelmeyer here in Milwaukee. We too are praying for your whole family. Being parents ourselves of 4 adults we know how hard this must be on your parents. Know that they are in our prayers too. God bless you all so very much, you are loved and cared about deeply.
ReplyDeleteThank you for all of your love, prayers and concern. She loves you all. To all the friends we already have around the country we miss you and know she loves you. To all of the wonderful friends in Tucson we have and haven't met yet. You are our family. You have shown it in every way. We look forward to the next 3 years.
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We love you guys so much! You continue to amaze us with your strength and faith! Our thoughts & especially our prayers are with you continuously. Many of our friends & extended family members are also praying for Britney. We are SO thankful for every miracle taking place in your lives & we will continue to pray for Britney, John, your precious children, & the Foster family to sustain & strengthen you!
ReplyDeleteJohn, you and your family have been in our prayers continually. We pray that the Lord will comfort and keep you always. With much love...Cassi Scaife & family.
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