Wednesday March 10, 2021

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Brian did 16hrs off the vent yesterday but he was pretty tired today so they had him on full support to give him rest. They will continue weaning tomorrow.

All vitals are still stable and normal. 

Lauren is allowed to visit 5hrs per day and Erin (Brian’s sister) is allowed 2x a week and more to come! 

Brian had an EEG on his brain this evening 

Drs suspect there is still some swelling / potential blood present at the site of the craniectomy which would be preventing Brian from waking up. The new neurologist and Dr. McFavorite said it's nothing to worry about and it would not change their course of action, it just reaffirms that his brain stil needs more time for that swelling to come down.

Lauren got a much needed in-home massage this morning to help release tension (and it worked!)

Comments

  1. Ania RossiMarch 10, 2021 at 7:06 PM

    Thank you for the update 💙 sending continued prayers and love to you all

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  2. Mike n Maria hammenMarch 10, 2021 at 7:26 PM

    Thank you for the update, keeping you both and ur families in our daily prayers. So good to hear Lauren had some talc. God bless you all and keep it up Lauren.

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  3. Abbey Sefton (Jefferson)March 10, 2021 at 7:37 PM

    💟

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  4. DusterMarch 10, 2021 at 7:41 PM

    Prayers for swelling to leave 🕯💙. Glad Lauren got a massage today!!! Erin should get one too 💙. Prayers still floating, candles still burning, sending warm healing light to Brian, and warm light to hug Lauren and the rest of the family💙. Spring is coming soon rebirth and new beginnings 🙌🏻🍀. Eyes will be opening and full of light 🙏🏼

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    1. Lauren GraceMarch 10, 2021 at 10:14 PM

      Erin most definitely got a massage too :) her friend was so generous and loving and offered them to us both!

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  5. Sara DeGoniaMarch 10, 2021 at 9:54 PM

    I really like the sound of Dr. McFavorite. I'm assuming this is just a friendly nickname for a very likable doctor! Sounds like Brian is in excellent hands. Love, hugs, prayers, and so glad Lauren got a massage.

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    1. samabelleMarch 11, 2021 at 6:21 PM

      Haha, yes, it’s our term of endearment for him!!

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  6. Roxann EpineyMarch 10, 2021 at 10:20 PM

    I’m so glad Lauren is trying to take care of herself! I’m thinking of you all! ❣️

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  7. KathBelinaMarch 11, 2021 at 9:13 AM

    Prayers continue for Brian. He’s on my prayer list. Keep the faith. God is watching over him. It will take time for his body to heal. My brother woke up after 5 weeks. Keep hope alive, keep believing, and keep talking to Brian. Power of Prayers are wonderful! 🙏

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  8. UnknownMarch 11, 2021 at 9:42 AM

    Keeping Brian and his family in my prayers!

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