As of this morning, Dad's/Ken’s condition continues to be about the same as yesterday which was a signicificant improvement from Tuesday. His white blood cell count has doubled since he was admitted to ICU on Monday which means he is twice as prepared to fight the infection associated with the Septic Shock/Sepsis resuilting from the Tumor Lysis Syndrome that followed his first round of chemotherapy. While the signs of infection/bacteria in his blood stream and organs are diminishing, he is still in the danger/critical zone and still in ICU. The medical staff continues to reduce the medication needed to control his blood pressure and he has gone from 100% oxygen assistance down to 30% so he is almost breathing normal on his own (normal air has 21% oxygen). He is still on dialysis and his kidneys show very little sign of healing at this point in time. However, the doctors have explained that the restoration of the kidneys is usually last. Since the infection affects all organs including the brain, he is experiencing encephalopathy (confusion/disorientation). As his body continues to fight the infection, we are hopeful this confusion will diminish.

We appreciate all the prayers and concerns from friends and family. Your prayers are truly lifting all of our spirits and we feel blessed that the Lord is answering our prayers and giving Ken the strength to continue to fight this battle. As mentioned in yesterdays post, Ken continues to be in need of rest. As such, we are limiting visitation for the time being until he regains strength.

The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace.   Numbers 6:24-26