2nd Episode of Acute Bronchiolitis

12Oct08 - 23Oct08

On 12 Oct 08, Danielle was admitted to the hospital for the 1st time. I think she caught a flu bug from Beth. She stayed in the general ward for a few hours and High D ward for 11 days. It is the 1st time she had to do suction. I cried silently when the nurse insert the suction catheter into her nose and mouth to suck out the secretions. It must be a terrible feeling and caused alot of discomfort. Dan did not struggle or scream on top of her lungs, as she do not have the strength to do so. Big drop of tears roll off her eyes. It is also her first time on IV. The docs could not find her tiny veins, so there were several poke marks. My heart ache to see them.

Since this admission, Dan never get to take her milk and solids through her mouth. She is on NG tube feeding. Dan was on CPAP and requires frequent suctions during her stay there. Praise God that Dan was wean off the CPAP machine and discharged with no equipment to bring home. We met Stacy and Sherry during Dan's stay in High D. I prayed for a friend who has the same medical condition as Dan. A parent who understand what we are going thru. God helped me to link up with Stacy and Sherry. Their bed was just next to Dan's bed. We are so blessed to know them. Stacy is such an inspiration.

Dan was only home for 7 days and was re-admitted to the hospital for another episode of acute bronchiolitis. Maybe she is not well for home yet.

All Glory to Jesus! My Provider.