Members Samilyn Posted April 14, 2009 Author Members Share Posted April 14, 2009 Well, folks, sorry to bring less than good news this time. Joe suffered a setback last night and will remain in "heavily guarded" ICU for another couple of days. Fluid has built up in his lungs, so they had to use a pump to clear it. He now has a tube in his chest to drain it and because of that, must remain heavily medicated (knocked out). Stephen relayed to me that the hospital staff says this is normal following such major surgery. The hospital staff says it can be brought under control. However, he will not be moved to a "less guarded" section of ICU until this condition is resolved. I'll continue to update you as news arrives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kwakatak Posted April 14, 2009 Members Share Posted April 14, 2009 Sorry to hear that, Sami. Ya gotta look on the bright side though: two steps forward, one step back so to speak. They may have been overly optimistic last night after all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Samilyn Posted April 14, 2009 Author Members Share Posted April 14, 2009 Sorry to hear that, Sami. Ya gotta look on the bright side though: two steps forward, one step back so to speak. They may have been overly optimistic last night after all. Very true. I have been assured by several people that this is common and that it's usually resolved rather quickly. Additionally, his family is receiving the same assurances from the hospital staff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rjoxyz Posted April 14, 2009 Members Share Posted April 14, 2009 Thanks for keeping us posted, Sami. These things are never walks on the beach and rarely are there -0- complications. Little prayer and medical science and Joe will be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TESmith Posted April 14, 2009 Members Share Posted April 14, 2009 It will still all work out well, just a little slower than hoped for, But they always say good thinks come........So we will all keep the faith, and I am sure it will all be fine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Samilyn Posted April 14, 2009 Author Members Share Posted April 14, 2009 It will still all work out well, just a little slower than hoped for, But they always say good thinks come........ So we will all keep the faith, and I am sure it will all be fine! Keep the faith and keep all that positive energy flowing towards him in the form of thoughts, prayers, mojo, etc. However we send it, it's all good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mjuenem Posted April 15, 2009 Members Share Posted April 15, 2009 I think it is just the good Lord's excuse for keeping the caper going longer and filling the coffers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members garthman Posted April 15, 2009 Members Share Posted April 15, 2009 I believe he's as tough as old boots - he'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Samilyn Posted April 15, 2009 Author Members Share Posted April 15, 2009 Good news, folks. I just received word that the fluid in Joe's lungs seems to be cleared and they're talking about removing the tube perhaps as soon as this evening. If that takes place, the plan to move him to a less restricted ICU room will go forward, possibly even tomorrow. He's still very weak, but in a good frame of mind. He is excited about the VOM and looking forward to hearing it. Will post more news as it comes to me. Thanks to everyone for watching this thread and keeping the good mojo going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TESmith Posted April 15, 2009 Members Share Posted April 15, 2009 Good news, folks. I just received word that the fluid in Joe's lungs seems to be cleared and they're talking about removing the tube perhaps as soon as this evening. If that takes place, the plan to move him to a less restricted ICU room will go forward, possibly even tomorrow. He's still very weak, but in a good frame of mind. He is excited about the VOM and looking forward to hearing it. Will post more news as it comes to me. Thanks to everyone for watching this thread and keeping the good mojo going. Thanks for the update, It certainly is sounding like progress in a good direction! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bigald18 Posted April 15, 2009 Members Share Posted April 15, 2009 That's great news Sami, been really pulling for him. It's incredible how the guys from EG are coming over for the caper. Lotsa good people in this world. BigAl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rjoxyz Posted April 15, 2009 Members Share Posted April 15, 2009 That's great news Sami, been really pulling for him. It's incredible how the guys from EG are coming over for the caper. Lotsa good people in this world.BigAl I agree 100%. Those shredders from the dark side have hearts just like the geriatric, granola eating, pot smoking, sandal wearing acoustic players here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guildfire Posted April 15, 2009 Members Share Posted April 15, 2009 I agree 100%. Those shredders from the dark side have hearts just like the geriatric, granola eating, pot smoking, sandal wearing acoustic players here. Oh, I thought all you guys look like the guy from Deliverance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Samilyn Posted April 15, 2009 Author Members Share Posted April 15, 2009 Oh, I thought all you guys look like the guy from Deliverance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members maximuskatana Posted April 15, 2009 Members Share Posted April 15, 2009 Good to hear samilyn. Keepin the mojo going and thanks for the continuing updates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Samilyn Posted April 15, 2009 Author Members Share Posted April 15, 2009 Just received word that the tube is out and the staff says Joe's lungs sound clear. They also say his vital signs are much more stable now and that they might move him as early as tomorrow. All this good mojo is helping our friend stay strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members MattSkibaIsGOD Posted April 16, 2009 Members Share Posted April 16, 2009 Glad to hear he's doing well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Members garthman Posted April 16, 2009 Members Share Posted April 16, 2009 Just received word that the tube is out and the staff says Joe's lungs sound clear. They also say his vital signs are much more stable now and that they might move him as early as tomorrow. All this good mojo is helping our friend stay strong. Excellent news! Thanks for keeping us posted, Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members fretplay Posted April 16, 2009 Members Share Posted April 16, 2009 Great news about Joe, thoughts and prayers are with him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DaveAronow Posted April 16, 2009 Members Share Posted April 16, 2009 More prayers and mojo sent!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members totamus Posted April 16, 2009 Members Share Posted April 16, 2009 Go Joe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Members Samilyn Posted April 16, 2009 Author Members Share Posted April 16, 2009 Great News !! Joe was moved today. Because of the long time spent in post-op ICU, he was moved to a section known as Extended Care. That is a heavily monitored "regular" room on the cardiac floor. This means he skipped a step, not having to spend time in another section of ICU. This is the room he will remain in until he is discharged. His sister reported to Stephen that that he had the remaining chest incisions closed this afternoon. All the in-the-body tubes and wires (drains and such things) are out now, though he still has IVs and lots of monitors on him. He is now allowed to have more visitors, have a TV, and best of all, listen to the VOM. He's really been looking forward to that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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