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mikedatiger 12-10-2011 02:39 PM

Keeping the prayers rolling buddy!

Salty 12-10-2011 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Mediumheavyaction6'6 (Post 361406)
Alright, I got some answers about Wyatt's gas exchange and the reasons why it was not as good as the last time he was re-intubated. Apparently, the doctors are trying a little different method of ventilation, while this method is slower at gas exchange studies show that the re-inflation of his lungs should last longer. This new technique is a testament to Wyatt's body having the ability to correct some of the effects caused by this slow gas exchange. It is sort of good news that the doctors are trying this method. The doctors have started diuretics on Wyatt to relieve some of the fluid that they believe has built up in the lungs. They are hoping with this treatment coupled with the new method of ventilation they will be able to try cpap again soon. Wyatt seems to be reacting well to the drugs so far so keep your fingers crossed. Everything else is going good we found out Wednesday that wyatt's first eye exam showed no damage to his retinas. I am sorry I went into major detail on this update but I am planning on going back one day and reading all these updates as a reminder and I want to remember the technical stuff too. Here are a few pics of Wyatt from this morning. As always, thanks for your thoughts and prayers.

Such a precious lil baby.

Mediumheavyaction6'6 12-10-2011 02:55 PM

Thanks Stan, this is something we can agree on.

1fastmerc 12-10-2011 03:11 PM

Never too much detail or info. I enjoy the updates. After I red this one I had tears in my eyes because I can hear the love and concern for your son. I can't wait for post on his adventures at home. Still praying for y'all.


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Salty 12-10-2011 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 1fastmerc (Post 361421)
Never too much detail or info. I enjoy the updates. After I red this one I had tears in my eyes because I can hear the love and concern for your son. I can't wait for post on his adventures at home. Still praying for y'all.


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I start squallin' everytime I see one of these pics. I usually don't read the updates because I only want good news.

Mediumheavyaction6'6 12-11-2011 01:41 PM

It appears that the diuretics are helping Wyatt's lung recovery. The doctors have lowered him on his vent settings from 35 to 15 breaths per minute over the last three days. The doctors also increased his feeds from 6.5 ml to 7 ml per hour. Everything seems to be on schedule as far as they are concerned so we are good too. Hopefully this trend continues I think Wyatt is ready to start growing and get ready to come home!

1fastmerc 12-11-2011 01:56 PM

Great news and the faith up. He feels that. Praying for y'all.


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Bluechip 12-11-2011 01:59 PM

Very nice!!

Country Boy 12-11-2011 02:01 PM

Thats great! hope everything keeps going good for the lil one,stay strong.

weedeater 12-11-2011 02:07 PM

good to read the progress and to look at them pics he looks like a healthy baby boy.... which it sounds like he is, hang in there its all gonna work out

Mediumheavyaction6'6 12-15-2011 07:01 PM

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Update on Wyatt. Sorry it has been a while but work got busy again for the last time this year. Wyatt has been doing pretty good lately. The other day Wyatt decided he wanted to try cpap again so he pulled his vent tube out. He has been doing ok on his third attempt on cpap and we are hopeful that he will make it this time. Wyatt has gained more weight and is knocking on three pounds weighing in at 2 lbs 13 ounces! On an another note I went fishing for the first time since October. Didn't set the world on fire but managed a few on the fly!

LPfishnTIM 12-15-2011 07:04 PM

Sounds good!

southern151 12-15-2011 07:14 PM

Ya gotta take breaks man! It's good for your spirit which, in turn, is good for his!

outcast 12-15-2011 07:26 PM

Great new Lucas! Good to see you back on the water, is that my new galvan?

SLAB 12-15-2011 07:51 PM

Never posted on this thread but check it every day. glad to continually hear the good news. We say a prayer every day for the little man. Keep sending updates.

SLAB 12-15-2011 07:52 PM

Almighty God,
bless this dear child,
born before their time,
yet made in your image
and perfect in your sight
and Father, we ask that if it be
Thy will, that this beautiful
infant grow stronger and
healthier with each passing day.
Give us, O Lord, the strength
to entrust to your care,
this precious little child
so very much beloved,
and grant us the grace
to pray as Jeasus taught us,
that 'Thy will be done'.

BassAssasin 12-15-2011 08:03 PM

X10000000

DUCKGOGETTER 12-16-2011 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by southern151 (Post 363719)
ya gotta take breaks man! It's good for your spirit which, in turn, is good for his!


x2

great news lucas prayers sent daily for your family

Finfeatherfur 12-16-2011 11:02 AM

Little man is looking good!!!! A "pink" baby is a healthy baby!!!!! Always remembered that from one of my old docs that taught me so much while in my paramedic classes. Old Dr. Charlie Prejean sure is missed and as for as a "teaching" doctor, he ran circles around everyone. I called him from the hospital in Deridder, LA one morning when I was picking up a premie and told him what I was looking at, what the attending had done and what I thought needed to be done. His response, "Foti, quit wasting my time, do what you think needs to be done and get that baby pink". - "Then haul your a** hear"!
Take this time to start reading on infant CPR, they won't let you leave w/ him till you know it, and start stocking up on batteries, he will probably be on a apnea monitor at home just as a precaution. Once he gets home he will grow like a weed and be able to rest well. He is looking great!!!!! Call me anytime if you have any questions or don't understand what is being said to you and I will try to help out in anyway possible.

Finfeatherfur 12-16-2011 11:03 AM

P.S.- Are you ready to shave??????

Jordan 12-16-2011 11:22 AM

Lucas, im still sending prayers for Wyatt and family. If you are unable to get ahold of Brian, give me a call and I can ask my dad any questions as he is an EMT/Paramedic also and knows alot about babies.

Mediumheavyaction6'6 12-16-2011 01:53 PM

Brian, thanks for the offer. I have learned a lot about this stuff in the 55 days I have been doing it. I am ready to shave but I am also proud to have the beard for Wyatt, and it makes a good conversation piece. I am already health care provider certified in CPR and first aid. I had to take those classes to get my captain's license.

Jordan, thanks for the offer too.

A little update, Wyatt's cpap settings were lowered this morning to 10 bpm from 15 and his feeds were raised to 7.5 mls! I was off today so I spent the last 5 hours with him. I am now heading to the camp in Gueydan to try and bust some ducks in the morning.

DUCKGOGETTER 12-16-2011 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by mediumheavyaction6'6 (Post 364123)
brian, thanks for the offer. I have learned a lot about this stuff in the 55 days i have been doing it. I am ready to shave but i am also proud to have the beard for wyatt, and it makes a good conversation piece. I am already health care provider certified in cpr and first aid. I had to take those classes to get my captain's license.

Jordan, thanks for the offer too.

A little update, wyatt's cpap settings were lowered this morning to 10 bpm from 15 and his feeds were raised to 7.5 mls! I was off today so i spent the last 5 hours with him. I am now heading to the camp in gueydan to try and bust some ducks in the morning.

god luck in the morning, and prayers sent for wyatt before you know it he will be eating rice and gravy

Mediumheavyaction6'6 12-16-2011 03:11 PM

I look forward to that day!!!!

DUCKGOGETTER 12-16-2011 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by mediumheavyaction6'6 (Post 364182)
i look forward to that day!!!!


it's coming bud

mikedatiger 12-16-2011 05:53 PM

Great news Rick Ross -umm I mean Lucas

I'll give you a shout when I hit BR for Christmas

Mediumheavyaction6'6 12-18-2011 11:59 AM

Wyatt was lowered to 5 breaths a minute on cpap yesterday. His feeds were increased to 8 mls an hour! I'm hoping that he continues and will be on to the next stage of lung care by Christmas. That would be the best present ever. The boy is also knocking on the door of 3 pounds! He was at 2 14 last night.

Bluechip 12-18-2011 12:06 PM

Wow.....the little guy has come a long way. Godspeed Lucas!!

southern151 12-18-2011 02:08 PM

Yes indeed!!!

1fastmerc 12-18-2011 02:23 PM

Awesome news. Praying for y'all.


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weedeater 12-18-2011 02:41 PM

this is gonna make a Christmas story someday

jdm4x43732 12-18-2011 06:25 PM

Glad to hear he is packing on the weight. Hope all keeps going well for you guys.

Mediumheavyaction6'6 12-18-2011 06:43 PM

Wyatt was put on straight cpap today and they are talking about putting him on vapotherm tomorrow. Vapotherm is the next step in the process of getting Wyatt to breath on his own. In fact, this is the second to last step on that road. Wyatt's feeds where increased again today to 8.5! The boy is getting some serious groceries. His weight last night was 2 pounds 14 ounces. Here's hoping this continues.

1fastmerc 12-18-2011 06:46 PM

Isn't God good. That's awesome buddy.


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southern151 12-18-2011 07:14 PM

God is great! Give those medical professionals a big hug too!

Mediumheavyaction6'6 12-20-2011 09:33 AM

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Wyatt is still on straight cpap and I hope that the doctors will consider lowering something today. Wyatt is one ounce from 3 pounds and I am hoping at tonight's weigh-in he will be there. I am visiting him this morning and I came in to him being patriotic. I am pretty sure he was saying the pledge of allegiance.

DUCKGOGETTER 12-20-2011 09:39 AM

Great news bud i love seeing pictures of his progress.

PaulMyers 12-20-2011 09:41 AM

Wyatt is looking good. Glad to hear things are still going well.

EVO

1fastmerc 12-20-2011 10:02 AM

Looks good.


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Mediumheavyaction6'6 12-20-2011 05:50 PM

Wyatt was switched over to vapotherm today (with a little persuasion from his dad) The first blood gas was better than this morning's when he was still on CPAP. Fingers crossed!

1fastmerc 12-20-2011 06:50 PM

Good news.


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Mediumheavyaction6'6 12-20-2011 09:07 PM

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Got to hold Wyatt tonight! Vapotherm is going well so far. He is looking so fat and happy!!!!

Montauk17 12-20-2011 09:07 PM

Awesome bro! He sure has came a long way.

Finfeatherfur 12-20-2011 09:22 PM

F a i t h!!!!!!!!!!!

southern151 12-20-2011 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Finfeatherfur (Post 365694)
F a i t h!!!!!!!!!!!

Yeah! Yeah! Yeah! That's where its at! He looks great!

BIGJ 12-20-2011 09:30 PM

Man that is awesome!!!!!!!!

Big Kahunaz 12-20-2011 11:22 PM

He's a trooper! Just like his pops! Like the camo giddy!

blackmamba 12-20-2011 11:45 PM

Awesome news!!

weedeater 12-21-2011 05:12 AM

He is lookin good.... nice duds he is sporting, ready to hit the woods

DUCKGOGETTER 12-21-2011 08:15 AM

Great news lucas!!!! He's looking real good


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