Update on

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wow, this guy is sure in my prayers. does anyone know what caused this

infection? I remember last weeks post it sounded so dreadful, with

the best surgeons and technology there isso much hope, glad thathelped/helping

him.

> Below is a e mail I got from a. is still not out of the woods

> yet! Please keep him in your prayers.

>

> Dear Marnie:

> I've just gotten back to the computer. Rich had surgery on Sunday. The

> surgeon is an ear, nose and throat specialist - apparently the best at

> Jefferson. He is fantastic. They drained a ton of infection from various

> areas of Rich's sinuses and felt they relieved the pressure against the

> optic nerve. There was an eye surgeon from Will's Eye Hospital in

> attendance. Will's Eye Hospital is a nationally renown hospital, so I know

> he was in good hands.

> I received a call from the ENT on Monday saying they had done a scan of

> Rich's head to check to see if there was any more infection, and they found

> 2 more pockets. They did a second surgery at 2:00 on Monday. They were

> successful, and once again were able to stay away from the " danger zone " -

> the orbit, or eye socket where the optic nerve and opthalmic blood vessel

> are located. This time they used technology called " Instatrak " which is

> headgear they wear which gives them a 3-D view of where their instruments

> are and reduces the risk of hitting anything critical. Again, they were

> happy with the results.

> Yesterday they called once again and said that the scan they had just

> run showed that there was infection leaking from the orbit and forming pools

> again. They will most probably operate again tomorrow to get as much

> infection out as they can as his blood is septic - meaning full of

> infection. The antibiotics cannot work quickly enough to clear it up, so

> they must get rid of as much as they can as quickly as they can. They

> expect to try to get as much drained out of the orbit as possible, while

> still being conservative about entering the " danger zone " . The eye surgeon

> will be in attendance once again.

> I appreciate your prayers and messages on Rich's behalf. It has been a

> nightmare for him, but you are quite right - he is very strong. I pray he

> can overcome this terrible situation. He has many people praying for him

> and I firmly believe in the power of prayer.

> Please know that you and the entire NF2 Crew are in my prayers. I know

> that Rich is very fond of you and will enjoy getting back on-line when he

> has healed to pick up where you have left off.

> I will keep you posted as time allows.

> Regards,

> a

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

wow, this guy is sure in my prayers. does anyone know what caused this

infection? I remember last weeks post it sounded so dreadful, with

the best surgeons and technology there isso much hope, glad thathelped/helping

him.

> Below is a e mail I got from a. is still not out of the woods

> yet! Please keep him in your prayers.

>

> Dear Marnie:

> I've just gotten back to the computer. Rich had surgery on Sunday. The

> surgeon is an ear, nose and throat specialist - apparently the best at

> Jefferson. He is fantastic. They drained a ton of infection from various

> areas of Rich's sinuses and felt they relieved the pressure against the

> optic nerve. There was an eye surgeon from Will's Eye Hospital in

> attendance. Will's Eye Hospital is a nationally renown hospital, so I know

> he was in good hands.

> I received a call from the ENT on Monday saying they had done a scan of

> Rich's head to check to see if there was any more infection, and they found

> 2 more pockets. They did a second surgery at 2:00 on Monday. They were

> successful, and once again were able to stay away from the " danger zone " -

> the orbit, or eye socket where the optic nerve and opthalmic blood vessel

> are located. This time they used technology called " Instatrak " which is

> headgear they wear which gives them a 3-D view of where their instruments

> are and reduces the risk of hitting anything critical. Again, they were

> happy with the results.

> Yesterday they called once again and said that the scan they had just

> run showed that there was infection leaking from the orbit and forming pools

> again. They will most probably operate again tomorrow to get as much

> infection out as they can as his blood is septic - meaning full of

> infection. The antibiotics cannot work quickly enough to clear it up, so

> they must get rid of as much as they can as quickly as they can. They

> expect to try to get as much drained out of the orbit as possible, while

> still being conservative about entering the " danger zone " . The eye surgeon

> will be in attendance once again.

> I appreciate your prayers and messages on Rich's behalf. It has been a

> nightmare for him, but you are quite right - he is very strong. I pray he

> can overcome this terrible situation. He has many people praying for him

> and I firmly believe in the power of prayer.

> Please know that you and the entire NF2 Crew are in my prayers. I know

> that Rich is very fond of you and will enjoy getting back on-line when he

> has healed to pick up where you have left off.

> I will keep you posted as time allows.

> Regards,

> a

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

a,

So regretful to learn of Rich's surgeries and challenges to his body. Please

know that you can count my prayers among the Crew's for Rich to conquer this

one. Wow. He must be Fort Knox to withstand so many surgeries so close.

Hugs, Vicki

[Guest guest]

I really think he is in a good place, with the latest technology available;

Wills really had a good reputation. HOpefully this will make the

difference.

Lots going down on the Crew lately. Marie

Re: UPDATE on

>wow, this guy is sure in my prayers. does anyone know what caused this

>infection? I remember last weeks post it sounded so dreadful, with

>the best surgeons and technology there isso much hope, glad

thathelped/helping

>him.

>

>

>

>

>> Below is a e mail I got from a. is still not out of the

woods

>> yet! Please keep him in your prayers.

>>

>> Dear Marnie:

>> I've just gotten back to the computer. Rich had surgery on Sunday. The

>> surgeon is an ear, nose and throat specialist - apparently the best at

>> Jefferson. He is fantastic. They drained a ton of infection from various

>> areas of Rich's sinuses and felt they relieved the pressure against the

>> optic nerve. There was an eye surgeon from Will's Eye Hospital in

>> attendance. Will's Eye Hospital is a nationally renown hospital, so I

know

>> he was in good hands.

>> I received a call from the ENT on Monday saying they had done a scan of

>> Rich's head to check to see if there was any more infection, and they

found

>> 2 more pockets. They did a second surgery at 2:00 on Monday. They were

>> successful, and once again were able to stay away from the " danger

zone " -

>> the orbit, or eye socket where the optic nerve and opthalmic blood vessel

>> are located. This time they used technology called " Instatrak " which is

>> headgear they wear which gives them a 3-D view of where their instruments

>> are and reduces the risk of hitting anything critical. Again, they were

>> happy with the results.

>> Yesterday they called once again and said that the scan they had just

>> run showed that there was infection leaking from the orbit and forming

pools

>> again. They will most probably operate again tomorrow to get as much

>> infection out as they can as his blood is septic - meaning full of

>> infection. The antibiotics cannot work quickly enough to clear it up, so

>> they must get rid of as much as they can as quickly as they can. They

>> expect to try to get as much drained out of the orbit as possible, while

>> still being conservative about entering the " danger zone " . The eye

surgeon

>> will be in attendance once again.

>> I appreciate your prayers and messages on Rich's behalf. It has been a

>> nightmare for him, but you are quite right - he is very strong. I pray he

>> can overcome this terrible situation. He has many people praying for him

>> and I firmly believe in the power of prayer.

>> Please know that you and the entire NF2 Crew are in my prayers. I know

>> that Rich is very fond of you and will enjoy getting back on-line when he

>> has healed to pick up where you have left off.

>> I will keep you posted as time allows.

>> Regards,

>> a

>>

>>

>>

>>

>>

[Guest guest]

Dear Sue and all,

Thanks for letting us know. The swallowing is a big stride and I'm delighted for . (Especially since he asked for greasy meat fast food yesterday!) Having done a g-tube myself while waiting for swallowing to return, I can tell you all that it's a whole lot easier to get out than to put in. I told , too.

and I got in to see him yesterday. Lynn and Pat Knox were already visiting. is understandably upset about some of the unforseen complications, but his wonderful sense of humor rose easily and often. All appearances were that he has the fortitude to deal with all of this. I know of visitors today and tomorrow, and I will return solo on Tuesday afternoon. Any messages for him? Send them on to me and I will print and carry anything here by Monday night at ten Pacific time.

Yours,

Steve

A friend of 's here. Tara no longer has access to the internet so when speaking to her today she asked that I pass on the following information to you. Please pass it on to those you feel would like to know about this.

Things had been a bit rough last week but they are looking up. Just knowing that you are thinking of them has been very very encouraging for and Tara.

has had some improvement in his ability to swallow and for the first time since Monday was able to eat something yesterday morning. Up to then he was feeling quite weak but it looks like this is on the mend.

In the meantime the doctors have inserted a g-tube into 's stomache so that the i.v. nutrients can reach him more immediately.

They expect that he will need to have the g-tube on for several weeks. A g-tube can be used while on an airplane, so at this point it appears that they will still be able to head back home March 10th as planned.

Since right now they aren't able to access the internet, if you want to cheer him up with a letter or a card, you can address it to him care of the address below

St. Medical Center

2131 W. Third St.

Los Angeles, CA 90057

[Guest guest]

This is the latest I received.........

========================

Hello,

A friend of 's here. Tara no longer has access to the internet so when

speaking to her today she asked that I pass on the following information to

you. Please pass it on to those you feel would like to know about this.

Things had been a bit rough last week but they are looking up. Just knowing

that you are thinking of them has been very very encouraging for and

Tara.

has had some improvement in his ability to swallow and for the first

time since Monday was able to eat something yesterday morning. Up to then he

was feeling quite weak but it looks like this is on the mend.

In the meantime the doctors have inserted a g-tube into 's stomache so

that the i.v. nutrients can reach him more immediately.

They expect that he will need to have the g-tube on for several weeks. A

g-tube can be used while on an airplane, so at this point it appears that

they will still be able to head back home March 10th as planned.

Since right now they aren't able to access the internet, if you want to

cheer him up with a letter or a card, you can address it to him care of the

address below

St. Medical Center

2131 W. Third St.

Los Angeles, CA 90057

[Guest guest]

YES, STEVE, THANKS FOR YOUR KIND LETTER ABOUT JASON. PLEASE TELL JASON - HE IS IN MY CONSTANT PRAYERS. THE BEST TO FAST HEALING AND FULL RECOVERY. IT IS GREAT TO HEAR THE DOCTORS DIDN'T REMOVE HIS SENSE OF HUMOR.

LOVE AND PRAYERS,

JANE (FROM BURLINGTON, IOWA)

Re: Update on Dear Sue and all, Thanks for letting us know. The swallowing is a big stride and I'm delighted for . (Especially since he asked for greasy meat fast food yesterday!) Having done a g-tube myself while waiting for swallowing to return, I can tell you all that it's a whole lot easier to get out than to put in. I told , too. and I got in to see him yesterday. Lynn and Pat Knox were already visiting. is understandably upset about some of the unforseen complications, but his wonderful sense of humor rose easily and often. All appearances were that he has the fortitude to deal with all of this. I know of visitors today and tomorrow, and I will return solo on Tuesday afternoon. Any messages for him? Send them on to me and I will print and carry anything here by Monday night at ten Pacific time. Yours, Steve

A friend of 's here. Tara no longer has access to the internet so when speaking to her today she asked that I pass on the following information to you. Please pass it on to those you feel would like to know about this. Things had been a bit rough last week but they are looking up. Just knowing that you are thinking of them has been very very encouraging for and Tara. has had some improvement in his ability to swallow and for the first time since Monday was able to eat something yesterday morning. Up to then he was feeling quite weak but it looks like this is on the mend. In the meantime the doctors have inserted a g-tube into 's stomache so that the i.v. nutrients can reach him more immediately. They expect that he will need to have the g-tube on for several weeks. A g-tube can be used while on an airplane, so at this point it appears that they will still be able to head back home March 10th as planned. Since right now they aren't able to access the internet, if you want to cheer him up with a letter or a card, you can address it to him care of the address below St. Medical Center 2131 W. Third St. Los Angeles, CA 90057

[Guest guest]

Thanks Steve, for being there for us; Those of us who live clear across the country and can't make it, it is great to know that you are there for him and showing him WE care! Marie

Re: Update on Dear Sue and all, Thanks for letting us know. The swallowing is a big stride and I'm delighted for . (Especially since he asked for greasy meat fast food yesterday!) Having done a g-tube myself while waiting for swallowing to return, I can tell you all that it's a whole lot easier to get out than to put in. I told , too. and I got in to see him yesterday. Lynn and Pat Knox were already visiting. is understandably upset about some of the unforseen complications, but his wonderful sense of humor rose easily and often. All appearances were that he has the fortitude to deal with all of this. I know of visitors today and tomorrow, and I will return solo on Tuesday afternoon. Any messages for him? Send them on to me and I will print and carry anything here by Monday night at ten Pacific time. Yours, Steve

A friend of 's here. Tara no longer has access to the internet so when speaking to her today she asked that I pass on the following information to you. Please pass it on to those you feel would like to know about this. Things had been a bit rough last week but they are looking up. Just knowing that you are thinking of them has been very very encouraging for and Tara. has had some improvement in his ability to swallow and for the first time since Monday was able to eat something yesterday morning. Up to then he was feeling quite weak but it looks like this is on the mend. In the meantime the doctors have inserted a g-tube into 's stomache so that the i.v. nutrients can reach him more immediately. They expect that he will need to have the g-tube on for several weeks. A g-tube can be used while on an airplane, so at this point it appears that they will still be able to head back home March 10th as planned. Since right now they aren't able to access the internet, if you want to cheer him up with a letter or a card, you can address it to him care of the address below St. Medical Center 2131 W. Third St. Los Angeles, CA 90057

[Guest guest]

Thanks Steve, for being there for us; Those of us who live clear across the country and can't make it, it is great to know that you are there for him and showing him WE care! Marie

Re: Update on Dear Sue and all, Thanks for letting us know. The swallowing is a big stride and I'm delighted for . (Especially since he asked for greasy meat fast food yesterday!) Having done a g-tube myself while waiting for swallowing to return, I can tell you all that it's a whole lot easier to get out than to put in. I told , too. and I got in to see him yesterday. Lynn and Pat Knox were already visiting. is understandably upset about some of the unforseen complications, but his wonderful sense of humor rose easily and often. All appearances were that he has the fortitude to deal with all of this. I know of visitors today and tomorrow, and I will return solo on Tuesday afternoon. Any messages for him? Send them on to me and I will print and carry anything here by Monday night at ten Pacific time. Yours, Steve

A friend of 's here. Tara no longer has access to the internet so when speaking to her today she asked that I pass on the following information to you. Please pass it on to those you feel would like to know about this. Things had been a bit rough last week but they are looking up. Just knowing that you are thinking of them has been very very encouraging for and Tara. has had some improvement in his ability to swallow and for the first time since Monday was able to eat something yesterday morning. Up to then he was feeling quite weak but it looks like this is on the mend. In the meantime the doctors have inserted a g-tube into 's stomache so that the i.v. nutrients can reach him more immediately. They expect that he will need to have the g-tube on for several weeks. A g-tube can be used while on an airplane, so at this point it appears that they will still be able to head back home March 10th as planned. Since right now they aren't able to access the internet, if you want to cheer him up with a letter or a card, you can address it to him care of the address below St. Medical Center 2131 W. Third St. Los Angeles, CA 90057

[Guest guest]

Thanks Steve, for being there for us; Those of us who live clear across the country and can't make it, it is great to know that you are there for him and showing him WE care! Marie

Re: Update on Dear Sue and all, Thanks for letting us know. The swallowing is a big stride and I'm delighted for . (Especially since he asked for greasy meat fast food yesterday!) Having done a g-tube myself while waiting for swallowing to return, I can tell you all that it's a whole lot easier to get out than to put in. I told , too. and I got in to see him yesterday. Lynn and Pat Knox were already visiting. is understandably upset about some of the unforseen complications, but his wonderful sense of humor rose easily and often. All appearances were that he has the fortitude to deal with all of this. I know of visitors today and tomorrow, and I will return solo on Tuesday afternoon. Any messages for him? Send them on to me and I will print and carry anything here by Monday night at ten Pacific time. Yours, Steve

A friend of 's here. Tara no longer has access to the internet so when speaking to her today she asked that I pass on the following information to you. Please pass it on to those you feel would like to know about this. Things had been a bit rough last week but they are looking up. Just knowing that you are thinking of them has been very very encouraging for and Tara. has had some improvement in his ability to swallow and for the first time since Monday was able to eat something yesterday morning. Up to then he was feeling quite weak but it looks like this is on the mend. In the meantime the doctors have inserted a g-tube into 's stomache so that the i.v. nutrients can reach him more immediately. They expect that he will need to have the g-tube on for several weeks. A g-tube can be used while on an airplane, so at this point it appears that they will still be able to head back home March 10th as planned. Since right now they aren't able to access the internet, if you want to cheer him up with a letter or a card, you can address it to him care of the address below St. Medical Center 2131 W. Third St. Los Angeles, CA 90057

[Guest guest]

*Hey y'all,*

* Our internet was down yesterday and I am having problems with yahoo email,

so I am using gmail now. If I missed anything important, please let me know.

*

*I think I have pnuemonia and have an appt with dr shortly. Will update

after the visit. Feeling bad and fibro is flaring too. Please pray for a

good outcome.*

*Missed y'all. Hope ev1 is doin alright today.*

*Hugs,*