Sunday, January 31, 2016

The Return of RSV

RSV De Ja Vu? Unfortunately. 

Looks like we're the lucky winners of two round trip tickets to Cook Children's Hospital, courtesy of RSV. The trip comes complete with hospital-grade accommodations and round-the-clock medical services. Plus, you get the all-inclusive side trip to the pediatric ICU. You just can't beat this travel package, folks! (And apparently, it's quite popular right now. The hospital is slammed with RSV cases.) 

But seriously...


Yes, both boys have landed in the hospital again. John-Raven was admitted late last Sunday night (a week ago today), and William was admitted Tuesday. Both boys are currently in PICU, but they are fairly stable and in decent spirits (as you can see in the picture). For now, it's all about managing the effects of the virus. 

For those who recall, it was RSV that hit them a little over three years ago, sending both to the PICU with John-Raven spending several days on ECMO. Thankfully, the boys seem to be handling it better this time, so far.

Make no mistake, they've been very sick, and they still have a long way to go. But we're hopeful they'll be able to pull through without all the drama of three years ago. 

Thanks for your support and concern, and we'll provide updates as events occur.