Chase Could Use an Energy Boost

Sorry for the extended delay in posting to Chase’s blog. It’s been a hectic couple of weeks on the home front for a number of reasons (mostly unrelated to Chase’s condition). However, Chase’s recent bloodwork seemed to indicate that another blood infection was coming on – his hemoglobin dropped and some of the other changes were consistent with the last time he had this kind of condition. We checked back with the infectious disease experts at St. John hospital who treated Chase the last time we had an in-patient stay and they believe the recurrences of this infection are probably related to his port (where he receives IV medications). Over the past week and a half, we’ve been treating Chase at home with a combination of IV antibiotics that we’re hoping will knock out the source of bacteria, if it is in fact in his port or wherever the root cause of the problem is. The real concern is that if the source of infection is Chase’s port and we aren’t able to knock it out with IV antibiotics, the only other option is an operation to remove and replace the port. This isn’t something we’re prepared to deal with at this point, given as much as Chase has been through.

Although his ability to trigger his own breathing over the ventilator seems to come and go at times, Chase has been doing relatively well / stable overall lately. However, he could really use an energy boost right now, since he’s been working so hard to fight off this bacteria source of infection while regaining his strength to breath more consistently. This combination of antibiotics can also be quite hard on the liver and kidneys to process. We appreciate all of Chase’s Prayer Warriors keeping these intentions for him. If there are any energy healers or reiki practitioners, we also welcome them sending Chase their assistance energetically. Thanks again for all the prayers - we’re hanging in there and keeping the faith with all of your support!

God Bless!!

John & Carol Sammut
Chase & Barbara Ann