DJ - In Medical Trouble

[Lulu54]

DJ is in a serious medical crisis and currently in ICU.   She has been there since Tuesday and I have been waiting to know more before telling you this news.

You probably remember that she recently had her morphine pump exchanged for a different unit.  Unknown to the surgeon, she has an extensive abdominal and bladder infection.  The doctors think when the surgery was performed that the leads that deliver the morphine to her spine were contaminated with this infection and introduced into her central nervous system.  DJ now has a raging infection, which also appears to have attacked her brain.  

They are doing a lumbar puncture today to determine positively if there is an infection in her CSF and the appropriate course of treatment.  They have also mentioned sepsis.  Her daughter tells me they are keeping her comfortable and relatively pain free.

One incredibly sad part of this story is she was due to move home to Pennsylvania next week.  Her apartment is waiting for her. The moving truck was lined up for her household goods.  Most of her things are already in boxes.  And she was given financial assistance from the NMSS chapter for her air transportation. She and her daughter had even shopped on Monday for winter weight clothes to wear since her wardrobe is all things for southern California.   DJ considered each of these a miracle of sorts and was so excited to go home.  She has planned this move simply on faith that it would all happen.  On Tuesday all of this changed.

If you believe in miracles, this might be the time to wish for another one for DJ because she seems to have used quite a few lately and this could be the biggest one of all that she needs.

as always,
Lulu

[JenEpicFarms]

I do not know DJ, but I said a prayer for her.

- Jen

[Lulu54]

I'm sorry you haven't had a chance to meet her.  She goes by the name shadowsister here - I should have included that as well.

[lovemy6monkeys]

I will keep her and her family in my prayers. Though I don't know DJ, it sound like she is a fighter. ((hugs))

~Jess

[alixjo]

I will also be thinking of her and keep her in my thoughts.

Alixjo

[steph74]

I will keep her in my prayers.

Stephanie

[shermay]

Very diffiult thread, and well thought out Laura.

DJ aka Shadowsister has been a rock for me to lean on over the last year, and has helped me personally through my trials and tribulations.

DJ always asks how I am first, never talking about herself until I have finished with my problems:/  Then I ask how she is doing, and even then she always plays it down.

We have talked on the 'phone many times - too many to mention - she calls me her little Sister and for me she is my big Sister.  My Son Etienne always talks on the 'phone to Aunty DJ.

We have exchange letters and cards, and I hope to God that she will come through this.  I know that she is one heck of a feisty Lady, so please Forum, keep Shadowsister in your thoughts.

Debs xxxx

[essdipity]

We are all thinking of our DJ and wishing only the best for her. She is a loving, wonderful woman.

ess

[mewright]

Keeping her and her family in my thoughts and prayers.

maryellen

[goofysmom1]

Thinking and praying for DJ - she is such a ray of sunshine here - hope to see her back soon.

Chrisy

[socrates2k1]

Father, we come to you with a special prayer today.
You know what is going on with DJ, and we pray that you will hold her in your
loving, protective arms.  That you will touch her doctors, nurses, technicians,
and such, giving them the wisdom and knowledge to find what is ailing DJ,
and to heal her body.  Father, we know you can do anything, cure anyone
with a simple touch, and we pray that you will do this for DJ, and her family
today.  In you blessed Son, Jesus' name.  Amen.

[If this is an inappropriate post for this forum, please forgive me.]

-- Socrates

[Mand125]

DJ is a wonderful person and an inspiration. My thoughts are with her.

Thank you Lulu for keeping us informed.

Mand

[Eyesnlegs]

Thanks Lulu for letting us now,


sending loving thoughts and gentle (((hugs))) to a very valued member of this forum.

Pat x

[shermay]

Important bump to a dear friend

[Wobbly]

My Prayers and hopes for another miracle are being sent

I have DJ in my thoughts as she goes through this horrible time.

be strong and we will wait for you to come back .. Hugs to you and your family.

Take care
wobbly

[mokibear]

Thanks for letting us know Lulu.

My thoughts and prayers as always are with DJ. She has been there for me so many times and my heart breaks that she is going through this now.

Hugs and love to DJ.

Moki

[Fluffysmom]

Sending love and prayers for DJ and her family.  

She is such a wonderful lady, much deserving of miracles
.  
Kathy

[Ginosmommy]

Thoughts and prayers go out to her and her daughter

[doni54]

This is extremely sad news, and thank you so much Laura for letting us know about DJ.

DJ is such a special lady, and has always been an inspiration to me.  She is always in my thoughts and prayers, but I will add extra so that she might have another miracle.  

[michelleric]

Thank you for letting know about DJ, Lu.

So sorry to hear this awful news. My thoughts are always with her and her family, and I pray for her to overcome this latest struggle in her life. My heart is sad...

[biowham]

Oh, Lord. That poor woman has been through so much. I hope she can pull through this.

Bio

[supermum_ms]

Dear Dear DJ,

You better hurry up and get better, you have a new chapter of your life waiting for you, a new beginings. I am sure you will once again find the strength to get through this, you always find a way through, with your spirit intact and beating strong.

We will be waiting to here from you, we'll keep you in our thoughts to help guide you home.

Cheers.......JJ  

[candy158]

I don't know DJ, but am saddened by this news.  I will be praying for her and her family, and send all our love her way.

Candy

[jibjen]

I have never met DJ but my thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.


JibJen

[NiCeeGlover]

Jesus has the power and He knows all about DJ. I am praying He will heal her infection and help her not to suffer w pain , heal all infection in her brain, spine, and any where else it might be. Bless her with another MIRACLE so she can enjoy  her dreams and desires of her heart and  move home.
"Thank You that You said You would if we asked in Faith Believing!"

Amen
Hugs DJ and All
NiCee