Ella's update - January 16, 2016

Hello Team Ariella,

I wanted you to know oh that our baby had a good day today. As I indicated last night her fever had broken late last night and did not come back over night. There were a number of blood tests run and while many of them came back negative for more serious viral infections like RSV she did test positive for a bacterial infection. We are still waiting for the results of her urine culture to tell us exactly what it is, however we have started her on antibiotics and the doctors believe it is a urinary tract infection. One of the downsides to a prolonged hospital stay is that your risk of secondary or tertiary infection increases. In spite of last night's hiccup Ariella had a very good day treatment wise. Her lungs sound good, this morning's x-ray showed no signs of collapse and her numbers have been strong throughout the day. Ella and dad did a little bit of painting today and dad read a couple of stories. But our little angel was wiped out from yesterday's episode. And yet the doctors are thinking about taking out the endotracheal tube Tuesday or Wednesday. We know that you have been praying and we are so blessed and grateful to you and your tireless efforts. We still believe God. We are all more than conquerors.