A Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Scott is back in the ICU. When he first got there, a lot of blood work was done. We don't know any results on those yet.

They are specifically concerned about and want to rule out any heart issues, blood clots, and infection that may not be appropriately treated.

They did do some blood gases (blood from the arteries to determine how well Scott was oxygenating his body). The only news I have heard on this was that his results were "okay" but that he was working very hard to keep them there.

He did have an EKG and an Echo (ultrasound) done on his heart so far, and both of those were normal.

They are currently intubating Scott (putting a breathing tube in) while the rest of us cry in the waiting room.

Before they had us step out so they could intubate Scott, I climbed up on the bed so I could kiss his face and I told him I loved him. Despite the fog he has been living in, he responded back "I love you the most."

They are planning on doing a full body CT scan around 10:30 tonight and results should be back betweeen 11:30-12:00. We are waiting here for the results.

They are specifically looking for any blood clots, any problems with Scott's brain, and want to get a good look at his lungs.

I'll post results late tonight or early tomorrow morning.

Scott is going to be sedated for the next 2-3 days, while the breathing tube is in. Hopefully, this will allow his body to get the rest it so desperately needs, while the docs try to fix any physical problems. Our hope is when he is awakened, our Scott will be back.

Again, at this time Scott cannot have any visitors. We know how many people love Scott and are supporting and praying for him-please never stop. We appreciate it so much and know God is watching over Scott. He just needs this time to heal and get well, and the doctors think he can do this best in a calm, controlled environment. Thank you so much for understanding. We so look forward to when we can have visitors again.

Our hearts are filled with sorrow for this setback. In so many ways, he is starting over. We want nothing more than for Scott to wake up renewed and in better health than he is in today. Please continue to pray for Scott.