An Unexpected Turn

Steve again with an update and prayer request for Lee. The last 36 hours have been the most miserable I've seen her at least since we were in New York 13 yrs ago for her first round of surgeries. I'm honestly not sure what all is going on but she has been spiking fevers over 102 and then falling back to subnormal in almost constant cycles. It's accompanied by the worst head and body aches she says she's ever experienced. It started Wednesday evening after she saw her primary care doctor and received some injections in her neck for relaxing the muscles surrounding her fusion in hopes of providing some headache relief. Within about 2 hours of the appointment she began this roller coaster ride of pain and fever. It's as if her central nervous system has gone into overdrive in about every way possible and her doctor doesn't know the root cause.

Blood work so far doesn't show signs of infection but she's on antibiotics and they left her central line in for now just in case she needs to receive medications or IV fluids through it. I just got her home from the doctor again and they increased both pain and muscle relaxant medications in addition to the antibiotics, so please pray for some sustained relief and rest.

We also got an expedited referral to a neurologist in a specialty clinic at Harborview Hospital in Seattle for first thing Monday morning and are also awaiting feedback from Lee's neursurgeons in New York on MRI films we forwarded to them earlier this week. Thanks once again for your prayers on her behalf and I will keep you updated on any significant changes or new information.

Messages

Nola von Neudegg

September 27, 2013, 8:01 PM

So sorry you and Lee are going through this struggle. Both of you are in our prayers. Let us know how we can help.

Di Cieslak

September 27, 2013, 8:03 PM

Praying, Steve. We love you guys. Let us know if there's anything we can do, and we'll jump in the car.

Chris Hill

September 27, 2013, 8:06 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you both. Bob & Chris Hill

Jeanne Blanton

September 27, 2013, 8:07 PM

May our God be with you both and with the Dr's for wisdom and comfort. Keeping you in my prayers.

Joan Bouck

September 27, 2013, 8:12 PM

My goodness, so much to deal with. As always, you are both in my prayers for healing and perserverance. Please let us know if we can do anything to help. Joan LFD3

Jan Bennett

September 27, 2013, 8:19 PM

So sorry to hear this. Praying!

Amy Garland

September 27, 2013, 9:34 PM

Praying for rest, relief, and answers. Much love

Wendy Sternshein

September 27, 2013, 9:41 PM

My heart is with you both through these challenges. Wishing you strength and respite. Will concentrate on sending positive energy to surround you.

Ruth Warner

September 27, 2013, 10:13 PM

I'll be praying....

Linda Hamilton

September 27, 2013, 10:27 PM

Praying God's mercy for you both.

Debby Swecker

September 27, 2013, 10:32 PM

Praying! Thanks for letting us be part of your support team. You are both loved so much!

Tamara Longworth

September 27, 2013, 10:35 PM

Still praying, Steve... Praying this is God's way of helping find answers!!

Susan Jenkinson

September 27, 2013, 10:57 PM

Continuing to pray for you. I wish we were closer so I could come help you. Love and miss you guys!!!

Carolyn Hamby

September 27, 2013, 10:59 PM

Praying for divine wisdom for the doctors and mercy and grace for the two of you!

Cherie Leyva

September 27, 2013, 11:18 PM

Praying for answers and relief for you both. God works in mysterious ways. I pray he guides her team of Doctors in the direction needed for answers. The strength and love you both have for each other is a miracle in itself. God Bless and we are all here for you 24/7.

sue ensign

September 27, 2013, 11:27 PM

Praying for sustained relief and rest.

Lisa Currall

September 28, 2013, 12:34 AM

So sorry things are difficult. We are still praying..... Blessings~ Lisa

Jason Benjamin

September 28, 2013, 1:22 AM

I'm so sorry to hear she's not doing well. It breaks my heart for you both!

Sandi Henry

September 28, 2013, 1:22 AM

Steve, I remember how bad Lee was 13 years ago, and I am heartbroken that she is suffering so much. I know you suffer with her. Even though we aren't nearby, please know that all your friends in TN are praying and pulling for both of you. Don't know what God's plan is, but we have to trust Him. We love you.

jim maples

September 28, 2013, 2:04 AM

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Thank-you, Steve, for your love and care for Lee. Tell her I love her. JIm

Dennis Hackworth

September 28, 2013, 3:35 AM

Praying

Vickie Hill

September 28, 2013, 11:01 AM

Please know that we are/will continue to pray for Lee, you, and the doctors. We dearly love you guys. Aunt Vickie and Uncle Wayne

Shirley Keith

September 28, 2013, 1:51 PM

Thinking of you and praying hard in your behalf.

Kelly Anderson

September 28, 2013, 2:07 PM

Steve & Lee, Our family is praying for God's mercy for you both. Lee your courage is amazing and we are asking The Lord to continue to strengthen you as you endure such pain. We will pray specifically for your Monday morning appt. Thankful for your expedited referral. Steve we are praying for your energy and stamina as well and favor for you with all the responsibilities you are managing. Love to you both- The Anderson's

Eunice Goodwin

September 28, 2013, 2:54 PM

What a journey you weary Pilgrims are on! Praying for the healing hand of Christ on you both. Love, Eunice and Dan

Stephanie Patchin

September 28, 2013, 4:16 PM

Praying for both of you. Love you guys.

Amanda Craft

September 28, 2013, 6:05 PM

I will be praying for you guys. I work until Tuesday and it makes me itch that I can't be there in person for you guys. Staying hopeful.

Lacey Chen

September 28, 2013, 6:05 PM

You and Lee are in our Prayers.