Day 13 - Samuel Update

I haven’t posted an update because Samuel really hasn’t had any changes.  He seems to be in kind of a “hold steady” pattern.   He is not any worse, and he isn’t any better.  He still has the NG tube because 13 days after surgery his tummy still has not woke up yet.  He is on TPN lipids for nutrition.  He still has all his drains and tubes, nothing has been pulled yet.  They did a nephrostogram test today to see if they will be able to pull the nephrostomy tubes, but we have not gotten the results yet.  His kidney levels are coming down closer to normal, so that is good news.  He is still on IV antibiotics for pneumonia.  Today he is reading a book by one of his favorite authors, Nick Vujicic.  We are thankful for no setbacks in the last two days.  Continued prayers appreciated.   Blessings!