Monday, April 12, 2010
April 12 - Update #6
Finally, we heard some news and saw the doctor. The doctor was very pleased with how the surgery went but it was long. The tumor was twice the size they expected...13 cm. They checked the lymph nodes and from appearance they looked good but we will have to await the pathology reports to be sure. The tumor was touching the liver so in addition to removing the kidney they had to remove a small portion of the liver. This caused a lot of bleeding but they did not have to give him blood. The doctor said the incision is going to be large...probably twice the size of my c-section scar. On his little body that must be pretty big. We are waiting for him to come to the room to see him. He will have an epideral which they will administer medicine throughout the night and keep him very comfortable. It looks like the first hurdle to overcome was this surgery and we feel it went well. Thankfully, God made us with two kidneys and he only needs one. He can also live without the little piece of liver that was removed. The next step will be to obtain the pathology reports in a few days which will show us the type of tumor, favorable or unfavorable. This wait will probably feel like a long time but we will have Joe by our side. Please keep praying for favorable results and confimation that it is indeed the Wilms Tumor. Thank you for the tremendous amount of support from everyone! We feel so loved and feel God's peace pouring over us during this time. We will write more tonight when Joe gets to the room and we see how he is doing.
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Praying you are able to get rest tonight. Thank you for the updates.
Continuing to pray. Do you need help with the other boys? They are welcome to come stay here if you need.
Praise God the surgery went well.
Give Joe "Big Hugs". We love you all so much. Thank you for taking the time to update us today. Try and get some rest tonight! If you need anything please let me know!
Love you all.
Kelli
We are thankful he's out of surgery. Our prayers are with your family. Please let us know how we can help. Much love and hugs to you all.
Robert and I are praying for positive test results and ,of course, complete healing for Joe. I know he is a very brave little guy. Will be anxiously awaiting results. Love you.
The Randolph's
I bet Joe will be back on his Lego Star Wars DS game in no time. Prayers are nonstop! Liz, we love you all!!
The Bloomfield's are continuing to pray for Joe and your sweet family. Rick and I have not had you off of our minds or out of our hearts since we heard the news on Saturday. Thank you for communicating through this blog and if there is ANYTHING we can do to help (no matter how big or small) PLEASE let us know. God bless.
Praying for precious little Joe and the rest of your family!! Praise the Lord for successful surgery, skilled surgeons and that Joe is now able to get some rest. We will continue to pray in the coming days for a clear diagnosis with favorable results and complete healing!
Hugs from your TBC family!!
The Andringa's
Liz, We love you all and are lifting Joe and your family up in our prayers. Don't hesitate to call on us for anything. Jean and Ben
Your family is in our prayers.
Christ Jesus:
Thank you for your everlasting love and comfort. Please place your peace And love upon this family and your healing hand upon this little boy. Give the doctors confidence and knowledge in their care of Joe. We praise you for your never ending presence and love.
In your holy name, Amen.
Liz and Kevin- so glad that all went well with the surgery. Thank you for your updates. Can't even begin to imagine all of your emotions right now...
We will continue to check for updates. Please know that there is a continual prayer in our hearts for Joe and your entire family. Stay strong and know that you are loved.
Mike and Becky Dean
Kevin and Liz - Your family is on our hearts and in our prayers for healing for Joe and for peace and comfort for your dear family. Praying for a good path report.
Blessings,
Bob and Marolyn
Thank you for the updates. We have been so worried about you guys and all you have to handle right now. We are praying for a speedy recovery and a very favorable result for you! I hope you get a chance to rest up tonight!
The Rakowitz Family
Dear Turner Family-
We do not know you except from some time shared on the baseball field and basketball court. In this world, we're practically strangers. However, I can tell from reading your posts that we are brothers and sisters in Christ. So, that makes us family.
I have been praying all day for that sweet little boy, and asking all that I know to do the same.
You all are showing a strength that only our Lord could give. I can't fathom how you must be feeling.
We will continue to pray that our wants meet God's will for your sweet angel, Joe. God has a plan for all of you. What a blessing that you already know this!
God bless you all!
Kim, Marc, Jake and Josh McCluer
Lord, I pray that you will give Kevin and Liz peace and rest tonight. Be with joe and bring him comfort. Amen. If you need anything we are here. love Misty
May God watch over Joe tonight and knowing this you all can get some sleep. We are all still praying and will continue to do so.
God has big plans for Joe.
What joy it will be to see his smiling face at the ballfields again soon. Love to all
The Schlosberg Family
Liz,
Thankful that the surgery went well. We are praying for a favorable tumor and Joe's healing. May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 Lots of love from the Brunson Bunch
Our prayers are with your family and Joe.... We are thankful that the surgery went well! I have passed this along to my loved ones as well,I feel that the more prayers you have will help you all along your journey.
With much Love,
The Roland's
Thinking of you guys. Praying and believing. Kara Cobb
Ahh. So glad the surgery is over and that there were no major complictions! Now, time for some rest for Joe, Mom and Dad. Keep the epidural in for as long as possible. Early pain control is sooo important. Isn't it amazing how wonderfully our bodies are made? Two kidneys and a liver that will grow back! I'm praying for good results! Love ya lots!
"He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart." Isaiah 40:11
Hoping you feel God's arms wrapped securly around you. We are praying as a family each evening for Joe, and will keep praying as long as we need to. We love your precious family.
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