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Respiratory Concerns

June 27, 2011 by Ryan's Rally LLC 10 Comments

I’ll have to hold off on putting out the post I referenced yesterday. We have potentially larger issues to deal with today.

The past couple of days Ryan’s heart rate is elevated. It’s running about 30 beats per minute higher all the time. He is clearly in some discomfort. Absent a fever, it is a concern but not urgent. That all changed last night.

Ryan began developing a fever around 4:00 AM. It steadily increased until around seven, peaking at 103.1. Equally concerning is his oxygen saturation is not in his normal upper-nineties. He is floating between 88% and 96%. He’s breathing is beginning to sound “wet”. I am confident he has respiratory issues. Whether this is full-blown pneumonia is yet to be determined.

Dr. Rodriguez’s office will be stopping over shortly to draw blood. It will be sent to the lab immediately. We are most interested in the white blood cell count. If it’s high, then we have a pressing issue and I will likely admit Ryan to the hospital.

Sensing something was wrong two days ago, I’ve been diligently performing a clinical examination from head to toe. We received a E.N.T. light kit from Ryan’s wish list (thank you!) and I used it extensively. It was just what the doctor ordered, so to speak. I also did a home urine test and he was fine (just showing trace protein). Also, I have him a tad over-hydrated.

Other than a nasty hemroid, he was in good shape. Clearly, a hemroid is annoying enough to cause his pulse to go up, but I wasn’t satisfied this was the cause. I’m happy I trusted my instincts.

So the next few hours will be of close monitoring. At some point I might have to pull the trigger and admit him.

Remember, I might need to temporarily abandon the blog and use FaceBook and Twitter if things get intense.

 

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  1. Paula says

    June 27, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Praying without ceasing…and sending much love….

    Reply
  2. Rita says

    June 27, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    We are lifting up Ryan and his amazing caregiver in prayer today and hoping a hospital stay won’t be necessary <3

    Reply
  3. Gail Doyle says

    June 27, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Praying for Ryan signs to be good and lungs clear Always here always praying. Gail

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  4. Carla Liberty says

    June 27, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Lifting you up, as always. SHSP, NGA

    Love, carla

    Reply
  5. Sandy Martin says

    June 27, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Always praying for all of you!

    Reply
  6. Anna Welsh says

    June 27, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Praying this lung problem clears quickly, without other issues. Ryan is so lucky you are so in tune to his body and on top of everything. Here’s to a half way decent day….

    Reply
  7. Elizabeth says

    June 27, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    I am so sorry to hear Ryan is not doing so well. Fevers can be a scary thing. I hope he feels better soon!

    Your family is my prayers.

    Reply
  8. KERI DEZELL says

    June 27, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    With you, praying for you, thinking of you…. willing nothing but the very best Ryan’s way.
    Ryan’s health is always in the VERY BEST of hands with you managing his healthcare! No DOUBT! and NO ACCIDENT there!

    May GOD Bless you all.
    In love and in prayer,
    Keri, My Frankie and Family

    Reply
  9. Dianne says

    June 27, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Keeping Ryan and you in my special prayers today. You have your ‘fingers on the pulse’ of Ryan health and well-being. I thank God for you everyday. SHSP, NGA!

    Reply
  10. Karen T. says

    June 27, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Praying for Ryan with all my heart.

    Reply

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