As most of you know, Megan is back in the hospital. She has a vein thrombosis which is pretty rare. They believe removing the jugular vein is probably what caused this. Her vein system is backin up causing a whole series of clotting which is causing her brain to swell. There is a concern that until they get enough medicine in to break up the clot, it is possible that Megan could have a stroke.
I went to sit with Christine for a couple of hours yesterday and happened to arrive as the doctor was there. They are going to run a series of tests to make sure the blood clot was due to the surgery and not some underlying problem. They have also said she is at risk for the next 2 days until they can get enough medicine in. So, many odd things have happened to her, that he said this is not cut and dry, but they think they can get this under control and she will be ok.
She is having to take injections twice a day for the medicine and each shot burns. They said that would be for about 3 weeks. Megan's eyes are hurting her (my guess from the pressure in her brain) and so there are no lights on in her room, no TV and she is simply laying in bed with her eyes closed resting most of the time.They have asked for no visitors for now.
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My daughter, Emily Aguayo, is in Megan's girl scout troop. We are praying daily for Megan and she is on our thoughts and prayers. This Blog is a GREAT idea. We are always wondering how she is doing and will make sure to check it often. Please let Megan know she is not alone and has alot of people praying for her.
We are thinking about you and praying for a swift recovery. Christine, if you need ANYTHING just get it posted on here so we can help!
We missed youu at Girl Scouts last night. We spent the whole time doing stuff for you.(; Hopee you get better Real soon. -Sarah Polkk.
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