After such a hard day yesterday, Samuel made some encouraging progress today. Both the nasogastric tube and the urinary catheter came out. Hurray, hallelujah, and praise the Lord!
The new kidney continues to make urine and is doing an okay job of balancing Samuel's electrolytes, though he had to be supplemented with potassium today. His blood urea nitrogen and creatinine are up from yesterday (after being dialyzed), but are still in a non-criticial range. His anti-coagulation medication is being transitioned from a continuous IV drip to a daily injection and will eventually be given via an oral medication. His blood pressure continues to be a challenge to manage. Everything is being monitored very closely.
Samuel was allowed to start a clear liquid diet this evening. Despite mentioning several times today that he was hungry, he only had a few sips of apple juice and a couple spoonfuls of broth. That is the first food that he has swallowed in 7 days. He is very weak, sore, and tired. He was able to take two walks in the hallway today. That is progress!
His spirits are better today. I wouldn't say that he is cheery, but the hopelessness and extreme pessimism of yesterday are gone. What a relief! Please don't stop praying for Samuel in this regard.
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Hi Nancy and family, I am so glad that the Lord is watching over you all and answering prayers for Samuel's recovery. We are praying several times a day for him. Keep up your courage Samuel! With love,Anje and family.
Phil 4:19 And my God shall supply all your needs accoording to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
Ryan and I are so happy to read the blog and hear about how you are all doing, especially Samuel during his recent kidney adventures! Thanks for taking the time to keep us up to date. We are thinking of you often and send lots of love from Ohio.
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