Monday, February 11, 2008

Hello Fom Frigid Boston - Day 1

Well, today is finally over and it was a long day..... Colin is actually at the hospital tonight because when they completed the sedated echo, Colin didn't feel like waking up so the decided to admit him tonight. It really isn't a big deal since we have to be there early tomorrow. Today went extremely well as we didn't have to wait for more than 5 minutes at any given test. This facility is so well run and organized. We met with the Cardiologist who is following Colin's case here. His name is Dr. Freed and comes with an impressive resume. He is a professor of pediatric cardiology at Harvard, so we feel like we are in good hands. We especially liked what he had to say when he walked in and was confident that they could make Colin better and get him off his oxygen and diuretics. He discussed Colin's situation with us and basically said they are going to wait and see what the MRI and Cath shows tomorrow before they decide on what surgical intervention they may complete on Thursday (if at all). Colin does have very little blood flow to the lower left lobe of his lung. They have also noted that there was some narrowing in his right lung arteries and upper left, and that is where they know they can go in and open via Cath proceedure. When they are in with the Cath, they will be able to tell if they can hook the lower left lung up, either naturally or with a shunt. Overall, however he was very positive about his situation so we are praying that the positive vibe will continue. So to recap the day, it was an action packed day with the following positive events:
  • It took one stick to get the blood.
  • Colin was in a good mood and cooperative.
  • It was sunny out all day (only 15 degrees however).
  • The staff was extremely friendly.
  • Doctors are positive about the outcome.
  • We met another child, 3 yrs old, who has the same heart defect as Colin, and you would never know that he had a heart issue.

Well that is all for today. Sorry there is no picture for you all to see, however I forgot my camera back in the hotel room. I will try and get a picture tomorrow. Once again, thank you all for your love and support. Mel and I love reading the comments at night.

12 comments:

Little Baby Manning said...

this is all good news! - we'll keep checking in on you - thanks for the updates :)

we're still praying -
the mannings

The Portas said...

I'm so happy you had a smooth hospital day. What a relief. Lots of good news you've got there. Colin has a lot going for him. Thanks for the update. Praying for another smooth day for you guys!

xoxoxo

Sue said...

Glad to hear that it was a positive day in Boston. I'm thinking about you guys all the time. Lots of love and kisses to Colin (and you guys too)!

Terri@SteelMagnolia said...

Wah hoo!

and one stick for blood... that's amazing!

Kathy said...

One stick for blood is AMAZING for this little guys!!! Let's hope that's how easy your entire stay will be!!!
Glad you saw the sun...even though it was COLD!!!
We're getting our cheerleading outfits on...tell Colin we're cheering and praying for him!!
Hope you get some sleep tonight...
Kathy Roller

Unknown said...

So glad your first day went well. I feel confident that they will take great care of Colin. And one stick...yipee!

Praying your days continue to go well.

Terri@SteelMagnolia said...

Oh, I meant to say...

when Matthew was at Stanford for those 3 months...
we SO ENJOYED reading all of the comments from our friends and from people we didn't even know.

It was great to have that encouragement....
and helped us to not feel so alone.

Please know that we all care so much and WE KNOW FIRST HAND WHAT YOU'RE GOING THRU.

God bless!

Marcella said...

Hey Guys, Just wanted to let you know that I stop in and check out Colin's Blog...You are all in my thoughts! Glad to hear that yesterday went well, I hope that today went just as well...I will be checking back on a regular basis!

JoAnn said...

We are so happy to hear things went well today. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. It is great getting these updates.


Darren, JoAnn and Crew

micsmom said...

Hey guys-
You have been in our thoughts and prayers OFTEN in the last weeks, and we will continue this week also. I'm glad that today went well, and I'm hoping little Colin will be a Red Sox fan at the end of his Boston stay.
Sorry it took me so long to comment.
Diane Hodson(Keith too)

A&S said...

I finally figured out how to post a comment. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love ,
Aunt Ann and Uncle Steve

Terri@SteelMagnolia said...

Well, came here for an update..

Hope all is well..

Happy Heart Day.