mikegeukes
EF5
I pray that Eric will recover and get well soon.
Mike
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Charles Kuster
EF4
My thoughts and prayers are with Eric and his family.
Jerry Prsha
EF4
It just goes to show how fragile life is. Who would have expected something like this?!
I'm sending "well wishes" to Eric his family and his doctors...
I'm sending "well wishes" to Eric his family and his doctors...
BKDPhillips
EF1
Here is an update from Sue-Ellen his wife via her Caringbridge website journal. Though she requested privacy in the journal, she gave me permission to share with chasers who knew him, please pm me and I will share the info for checking the site.
Eric continues to be in a coma. There is definitely a different look to when he is "resting" and when he is more "awake". He has not truly been awake, although he does open his eyes and sometimes it appears he is looking at you. His eyes do not respond yet to light or command though. After all he has been through, I think as much as we all are waiting for him to wake, we also want him to take whatever time he needs to heal.
Speaking of healing, the signs are there. Today, for the first time, his white blood cell count has been in the normal range. The culture to look for infection has been clear for three days now and I am thrilled. The kidney is still not functioning at its best. The Doctors are on top of everything and will look to adjust the antibiotics and fluids to help support the kidney becoming healthier. They had taken him off the tube feeding but have started it up again today to see whether he can tolerate it. Some of the swelling has gone down so he looks better.
I know she is appreciating all the thoughts shared here. They are celebrating Hanakkuh in the hospital w/ Eric.
Belinda
Eric continues to be in a coma. There is definitely a different look to when he is "resting" and when he is more "awake". He has not truly been awake, although he does open his eyes and sometimes it appears he is looking at you. His eyes do not respond yet to light or command though. After all he has been through, I think as much as we all are waiting for him to wake, we also want him to take whatever time he needs to heal.
Speaking of healing, the signs are there. Today, for the first time, his white blood cell count has been in the normal range. The culture to look for infection has been clear for three days now and I am thrilled. The kidney is still not functioning at its best. The Doctors are on top of everything and will look to adjust the antibiotics and fluids to help support the kidney becoming healthier. They had taken him off the tube feeding but have started it up again today to see whether he can tolerate it. Some of the swelling has gone down so he looks better.
I know she is appreciating all the thoughts shared here. They are celebrating Hanakkuh in the hospital w/ Eric.
Belinda
Shane Adams
Thanks for the update...this man is a fighter indeed. Continued well-wishes for his recovery.
scott r currens
EF3
Get well Eric we are all pulling to you. I got to chase with Eric a couple of years ago. He is a really friendly down to earth kind of guy.
Connor McCrorey
EF3
It's wonderful to hear that Eric is making these slow, but important improvements. Thank you so much for keeping us updated. I never met him, but Eric and I have PMd a bit over the past year or so. My thoughts and prayers are certainly with Eric and his family.
Jason Boggs
Glad things are looking better. That's some great news!!!
Kurt Hulst
EF5
Thanks for the updates. I continue to pray for Eric and family.
Jim Saueressig
EF5
Are there any updates on Eric?
BKDPhillips
EF1
Sorry, I teach and take classes thus been busy. Here is the latest from his wife via Caringbridge.org
Dec 16 - " A quiet day and night. No new change.
We celebrate the 6th night of Hanukkah.
We appreciate all the support and prayers."
Dec 18 6:53am - "Another quiet day (Thurs) and a visit with the neurologist and Dr. G. The Staff at the hospital has been so very attentive to Eric's needs. Nothing really new to report regarding his status, for this we all continue to wait.
We did discuss the breathing tube and a tracheostomy tube will be put in to make breathing easier for him than the present ventilator. He still is not breathing on his own except for small portions of the day and this might help. We are now waiting for the staff to let us know they are ready to do this; I imagine it will be in the next few days (or sooner)."
Dec 18 evening post - "They will put in the G-pic on Monday along with a tracheostomy instead of the breathing tube through his mouth. Besides less risk of infection, it will be more comfortable for him.
Still no change, we continue to be patient and wait."
PM me if you'd like the information to follow his progress on Caringbridge. Thanks for asking. I will relate your concern to his wife.
Belinda
Dec 16 - " A quiet day and night. No new change.
We celebrate the 6th night of Hanukkah.
We appreciate all the support and prayers."
Dec 18 6:53am - "Another quiet day (Thurs) and a visit with the neurologist and Dr. G. The Staff at the hospital has been so very attentive to Eric's needs. Nothing really new to report regarding his status, for this we all continue to wait.
We did discuss the breathing tube and a tracheostomy tube will be put in to make breathing easier for him than the present ventilator. He still is not breathing on his own except for small portions of the day and this might help. We are now waiting for the staff to let us know they are ready to do this; I imagine it will be in the next few days (or sooner)."
Dec 18 evening post - "They will put in the G-pic on Monday along with a tracheostomy instead of the breathing tube through his mouth. Besides less risk of infection, it will be more comfortable for him.
Still no change, we continue to be patient and wait."
PM me if you'd like the information to follow his progress on Caringbridge. Thanks for asking. I will relate your concern to his wife.
Belinda
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Rocky Rascovich
EF4
Until today, I have not been on ST for awhile, so I was unaware of this situation until now. My heart and prayers go out to Eric, his family and friends for strength to get through this. I'm not sure if I have met Eric or not, but judging by his past contributions and interactions with other chasers.. he sounds like the kind of guy we can't do without these days. My feeling is he will pull through, but I will be praying. I'll be checking in for updates.
Bob Hartig
EF5
Just read the latest journal entry. It appears that Eric has been given a trach and is being prepared for long-term care. Here's a copy of the update:
Yesterday Eric had a trach put in to help him breathe. Even though he was still sedated when I saw him, it was really nice to see his face without all the tape, etc. holding the vent tubes. Eventually they hope to wean him from this and him breathe on his own. He was doing more breathing on his own.
Today they are supposed to do the G-PEG, which will be easier to do since he is now on a trach.
There is still no visible change in his status.
With the trach and G-PEG in successfully they will eventually move him to an LTAC (long term acute care) facility. For now there is one until mid-January on the top floor of the hospital. I will see if the weather is such that I can get there for a tour. I know some friends have asked to visit so depending on when you come, will determine where he will be located.
For those of you who have sent messages, I share your thoughts with him.
I am also thankful to good friends who have "adopted" me and had me over for dinner (LNNJ you know who you are!) or a walk ( it is so important that I stay healthy in all this) Although the phone is great, it is nice to have adults to talk about other things and bring me back to the world.
Yesterday Eric had a trach put in to help him breathe. Even though he was still sedated when I saw him, it was really nice to see his face without all the tape, etc. holding the vent tubes. Eventually they hope to wean him from this and him breathe on his own. He was doing more breathing on his own.
Today they are supposed to do the G-PEG, which will be easier to do since he is now on a trach.
There is still no visible change in his status.
With the trach and G-PEG in successfully they will eventually move him to an LTAC (long term acute care) facility. For now there is one until mid-January on the top floor of the hospital. I will see if the weather is such that I can get there for a tour. I know some friends have asked to visit so depending on when you come, will determine where he will be located.
For those of you who have sent messages, I share your thoughts with him.
I am also thankful to good friends who have "adopted" me and had me over for dinner (LNNJ you know who you are!) or a walk ( it is so important that I stay healthy in all this) Although the phone is great, it is nice to have adults to talk about other things and bring me back to the world.
BKDPhillips
EF1
Update 12/25
Thanks Bob for updating while I was busy w/ family holiday commitments.
Here is the latest from his wife via caringbridge....
Yesterday Eric had the G-PEG put in. Everything went well and he was resting comfortably. His heart rate was low, so an EKG was ordered. Everything looked fine. A new CT scan was done but since it is the holiday, it will be sometime today (maybe) to see whether anything new was found. I still have not seen the neurologist, we have managed to miss each other. With the trach and the G-PEG, I can now see Eric's face and that is so much better.
I visited the 4th floor and was very pleased with the level of care that goes on there. It is a LTAC (long term acute care) and Eric will probably be moved sometime between tomorrow and Monday most likely. As far as physical health, the CCU has probably done all it can do at this time and Eric has been very stable. Just no cognitive change.
Yesterday evening the weather was very windy with thick snow falling so I spent the evening with friends. There was probably around 10 inches of snow on the ground and the wind blowing it around. At some point today, I will make my way to the hospital to see Eric. I will return to my house while it is still light so I can shovel snow and see what is happening on the road.
It is Christmas, but the hospital does not reduce the CCU Staff for the holidays so the patients can continue receiving the same level of care. The staff has been wonderful. Wishing all of you who celebrate the holiday, a very blessed Christmas Holiday.
Merry Christmas to all.... (loving the 8-10" she mentioned but the strong winds in KC at times are CCOOOOOLLLDD.. hoping for another inch before the day is done! Hope Eric is enjoying vicariously through his staff and visitors!) Belinda
Thanks Bob for updating while I was busy w/ family holiday commitments.
Here is the latest from his wife via caringbridge....
Yesterday Eric had the G-PEG put in. Everything went well and he was resting comfortably. His heart rate was low, so an EKG was ordered. Everything looked fine. A new CT scan was done but since it is the holiday, it will be sometime today (maybe) to see whether anything new was found. I still have not seen the neurologist, we have managed to miss each other. With the trach and the G-PEG, I can now see Eric's face and that is so much better.
I visited the 4th floor and was very pleased with the level of care that goes on there. It is a LTAC (long term acute care) and Eric will probably be moved sometime between tomorrow and Monday most likely. As far as physical health, the CCU has probably done all it can do at this time and Eric has been very stable. Just no cognitive change.
Yesterday evening the weather was very windy with thick snow falling so I spent the evening with friends. There was probably around 10 inches of snow on the ground and the wind blowing it around. At some point today, I will make my way to the hospital to see Eric. I will return to my house while it is still light so I can shovel snow and see what is happening on the road.
It is Christmas, but the hospital does not reduce the CCU Staff for the holidays so the patients can continue receiving the same level of care. The staff has been wonderful. Wishing all of you who celebrate the holiday, a very blessed Christmas Holiday.
Merry Christmas to all.... (loving the 8-10" she mentioned but the strong winds in KC at times are CCOOOOOLLLDD.. hoping for another inch before the day is done! Hope Eric is enjoying vicariously through his staff and visitors!) Belinda
Jeff Hawkins
EF3
Was this viral meningitis, or bacterial? I was reviewing the posts, and couldn't find which type it was.
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