The Good & Bad

I like to get bad news out of the way so I'll start with that. Braden's oxygen levels are still a little high, flucuating as high as 40%. The nurses think this is mainly due to the possible infection he may have and the stress he has been under the last few days. We are still waiting for test results on the lung infection, but are told it is a very common issue and fully treatable with medication. He also had some blisters develop which are also probable infections. That is being treated with anitbiotics and already clearing up. Now thats out of the way, the better stuff. Braden was up in his weight gain again last night, to 2lbs 3ozs, up another ounce. They are starting to add calories to his formula to help fatten him up. His blood gasses taken this morning were perfect and his blood pressure is still great. They have also removed all the IV's from his body, except one still in his foot, which is supplying nutrients. He doesn't have that blue cast looking thing on his arm in some of the pictures anymore. So all in all mostly good news. Now to just get the lung issue taken care of and we will be in good shape to fight the next battle. Annie says she takes credit for Braden's wonderful eating skills, he seems to have no problems at all in that regard. Thanks for stoping by - be sure and check out the new pictures added yesterday (thanks Clara) .
Steve & Annie