Nicholas was diagnosed 2 years ago with "Pig Bronchus", an unusual condition where one branch of the right bronchus branches off of the trachea. As such, persons with his condition are more susceptible to aspirations and pneumonia. The x-rays today revealed that this upper portion of his right lung, his "pig bronchus", had collapsed.
Tomorrow morning, Nicholas will have a bronchoscopy conducted. This should enable the medical team to determine if there is a mucus plug blocking this particular bronchus. If so, they may be able to suction it out. If not, he will continue a strict regimen of chest PT's to help loosen things up.
Other than the pneumonia and collapsed upper lobe, he is very stable. He is still on a ventilator but all of his major vitals look good. There is still no time table as to when we might leave so our vacation plans are looking dimmer by the moment.
Please pray that Nicholas will continue to improve. Pray for our other children, who have become accustomed to sacrificing their wants for their precious little brother. 
...On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers of many. 2 Cor. 1:10-11 SPR
2 comments:
Continuing to lift up your whole family in prayer. Lots of love and hugs. I'll see you Wednesday.
Kathy
Praying for your family, Lisa, especially your older children.
Shana, Patrick, Allison & Mia
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