Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Central Line Dilemma
Today the nurses told me that Sarah's blood infection has cleared from the peripheral site they've been testing (her arm) yeah!!, but still shows up in her central line. That's an IV that was placed during her first surgery. The doctors think it's best to pull it because it seems like her body is rejecting the foreign object. This would be great if she didn't need it anymore, but unfortunately she does need it to administer her antibiotics and IV nutrition. So they have to either put another one in or find another way to get her the fluids she needs. They talked about possibly having to use a PIC line until they decide if she needs a central line. The central line is able to move more fluids quicker than a PIC line, so they'd like to have one available. The nurse said they'd probably wait until Friday to make that decision. Friday seems like an eternity away!
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Christina, Sounds like you guys have been through the ringer with this. I'm Jack. I am 32 yowcf. I hope things get better soon. I will keep you guys in my prayers. good luck.
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