Johanna (Cataholic) & Sister Jessica continue to Request Prayers for young Samantha

[Barbara]

Big relieved sigh! Sammy I can't get over what a fighter you are- sweet girl.

{{{{{{{Hugs}}}}}}} for you and your family.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Thursday, December 15, 2005 at 05:25 PM EST

Today hasn't been a good day for Sam,
and she won't be leaving the PICU yet.

She's been in and out, but when her eyes are open,
she doesn't seem cognizant of anything or anyone -- even us.

She's begun having seizures, and has had 5 episodes today.

They did a CAT scan, which looked fine, but doesn't always offer a complete picture.
They have her hooked up to an EEG, and
will put her on anti-seizure meds. They're not sure why she's seizing,
as she never has before; the immunology folks have been by,
and will be doing some testing to rule out an immune deficiency problem.

They are also going to do a spinal tap to see if the bacteria managed
to cause any swelling or inflammation upstairs.

Her kidney function is stable, and they expect it to continue to improve,
now that the acute period is over, which is good,
but now we have this new set of worries.

Please pray hard for Sam, as her battle continues.

Jessica

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Dear God ~


Please, can You give Sammy, Jessica, and Rob a break?
We'll Pray that tomorrow is a Better Day for Sam.


Thanks God

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[Craftlady]

Keeping continued good thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery.

[slick]

I agree Phred.

God:
I do think it's time to put a stop to all this heartache. This family has been through enough and I pray that little Sammy will get well can be home for Christmas Day! Please, can you place your healing hands in just the right spot to bring peace to this family. Thanks God.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so sorry to hear about Sammy. Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent to both her and her family.

[gini]

I simply hurt for this family............Dear God, please, this is now too much to ask of all three of this family.

I continue to pray HARD for Sammy.

[sasvermont]

Such sad news for such a lovely family. I hope that things settle down and Sammy turns the corner for home, soon. She needs our good thoughts, vibes, prayers and toss in a little luck, can't hurt. Oh my.

[Barbara]

Oh- it is so sad to hear that. Sending all my love and hopes that Sammy is going to better soon.