Monday, December 21, 2009

Two Steps Back

Over the last few days Carly has been having increasingly bad days. The staff in the PICU expected that it was a bug that would pass, and Carly was moved to the regular floor of the hospital yesterday afternoon. She was very irritable all last night, with Christa and I doing everything we could to keep her calm. By late morning she started showing more serious symptoms and after another head CT scan she was sent back to the PICU. The head CT looked normal and Carly's shunt seems to be working, so the exact cause of her symptoms is still unknown. Fortunately, a few hours ago they were able to finally get Carly to a more restful state. She will have an overnight EEG study and tomorrow we will meet with the neurology and neurosurgery teams to come up with a plan. We will keep you all posted, and your love and support is helping all three of us.

Love, Brad

15 comments:

buchweitz said...

brad, christa, carly-
we continue to pray for you three and for the doctors and nurses caring for carly!
love and hugs from atlanta.
~beth and jeff buchweitz

Jenny said...

We hope that Carly can get some comfort and rest and then her parents can get some comfort and rest.Sending you lots of love!
Jenny, Will, Kate, Tess and MC

Anonymous said...

I hope everyone putting their heads together brings a good plan for Carly. She is so lucky to have you guys taking such good care of her. All my love, Kellie

Beth said...

We continue to send our prayers, love, support and postive vibes to dear Carly, and to you Brad & Christa.
We're also praying for all the doctors and nurses who are aiding you in your journey to find Carly some much needed peace.
XO, Beth & East Coast Groupies

Unknown said...

The three of you, plus the medical team, are in our thoughts and prayers. Brad and Christa, you continue to exhibit love, strength, and persistence, which is what Carly needs most.
Joan and Bill Hartwig

Unknown said...

Thinking of you every day. Love, hope, light, peace.

Anonymous said...

Thinking of all three of you. Hopefully today is better than yesterday was, and she can get some rest.

Jen Lebowitz

Marybeth said...

I'm sending love to Carly and to you both every day and hoping for an answer for all of you ASAP. Lots of love heading your way...

Sarah said...

Hang in there guys! I know the ups and downs are rough and we'd all rather see Carly on a steady upward climb towards perfect health, but the three of you are so strong I know you will all get through these little rough spots. All of my love to your precious little girl and your family. Looking forward to a wonderful new year of health and happiness for you all.

Tooley said...

I am sorry about the set back. I hope Carly can get some rest and be comfortable soon. Perhaps this adjustment might be just what was needed.

robin said...

You guys constantly amaze and inspire me! It sounds like Carly is getting great care from the docs, and a world of support both home and abroad. I know you guys will get through this, and I'm sending my prayers!!

Much love,
Robin

Brian O'Toole said...

Thinking of you all the time....love u guys!
XOXO
B

Anonymous said...

sorry to hear the news about the set back, but know you're doing everything in your power, and we're all praying for carly to feel better.

much love, brian and becca

Michelle said...

thinking of you all every day, sending lots of love and positive vibes from the sunshine state. carly will to continue to be the strong fighter that we all know her to be and impress with her amazing spirit!
HUGS, michelle

bob said...

Thinking of you guys...