RSV

One of my biggest fears for McKenzie is now a reality. She has RSV. The sickest Phin has ever been was with RSV. He was almost hospitalized. Now, Izzy, immune compromised, heart problems, and lung issues has RSV. This is very dangerous for her. As any heart mom will attest, RSV is something your kids are NOT supposed to get. McKenzie had been getting the monthly Synagist shots to prevent RSV, but the RSV season is over and the shots are not given right now, so she hasn't had one since just prior to her surgery.

She is in the ER now at Royal Oak Beaumont with my mom, waiting to be admitted. Dale and I are beside ourselves. Please keep Izzy in your thoughts as she once again fights a horrible illness that attacks the lungs.

Melonie

26 Message(s)

Posted Jul 1, 2009 8:40am

by Laura Davenport

Oh hon I can't imagine your pain and frustration, I can feel it in your writing. It's like one thing after the other for you. I will say extra prayers for you as you prepare for this battle. Hang in there!
Laura and Lily
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Posted Jul 1, 2009 8:26am

by Dorie Neuhaus

Geez, you'd think the docs would realize that there isn't a "season" for illness - just look at the swine flu thing still going on outside of flu season. We'll be saying lots of prayers for Izzy. But I know she's a fighter and she'll make it through this ok. Mommy and Daddy, on the other hand..... Well, we'll say lots of prayers for you, too.
Dorie
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Posted Jun 30, 2009 10:24pm

by Terri Maxim

Oh Dear!!! Sending prayers your way for the RSV to clear up quickly. She sounds like a fighter , take care of yourself.
Terri

Posted Jun 30, 2009 9:21pm

by Holly Smith

Melonie,
I'm so, so sorry you guys are going through this! My fingers are crossed that this is a *quick* hospitalization and that Izzy's home soon. I swear, you are going to have some incredible stories to tell her by the time she's a teenager (and lots of grey hairs to blame her for...)!!!
Holly
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Posted Jun 30, 2009 9:01pm

by JOY K

I am so sorry to hear this- she has fought through everything else, her will is strong- that is important! I will pray for her, heart hugs, Joy and Jilliann- in hosp. too!

Posted Jun 30, 2009 8:17pm

by Char Mazeppa

Sending prayers and love...
Aunt Char & Uncle John xoxoxo

Posted Jun 30, 2009 7:11pm

by Michelle Caez

Oh my goodness!!!! Sending prayers!
Hugs
Michelle
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Posted Jun 30, 2009 6:31pm

by Debbie McCall

Melonie,
Praying for Ms. McKenzie....RSV is yucky and dangerous but we will pray that she will make a quick and full recovery....
Debbie
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Posted Jun 30, 2009 5:06pm

by Amy Scott

Thinking of you!!!! Amy

Posted Jun 30, 2009 4:23pm

by Nicole Nauer

I will keep all of you and especially Izzy in my thoughts and prayers.
Nicole

Posted Jun 30, 2009 3:51pm

by Liz Munroe

We definitely will keep Izzy and all of you in our thoughts and prayers. All our love, Aunt Liz and Uncle Ken

Posted Jun 30, 2009 3:34pm

by June Spriggs

Enough already!! Izzy and all of you deserve a break from all of this. Party planning one day and ER the next. What a roller coaster. You must be tired of hearing how stron Izzy is but she is. That knowledge and the support and love that surrounds you we hope will help a little while you wait to see how things are going.
Love, love,love! June, David and Kristen

Posted Jun 30, 2009 3:18pm

by Andrea Welch

Oh no!!! I keep telling our Doc I think they should have the shots all year round especially if the spring and summer are unseasonably colder. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers and extra prayers for Izzy.
Hang in there...
Andrea

Posted Jun 30, 2009 2:33pm

by Nora Schultz

Oh no......Izzy sounds like such a tough little girl, though. Praying that she will stay strong and fight this off as well! Stay positive! :o)
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Posted Jun 30, 2009 1:52pm

by Mary Stefanides

I will keep little Izzy, and all of you, in my prayers, as I always do.
Love, Aunt Mary

Posted Jun 30, 2009 1:43pm

by Lauren (Celeskey) Bednarz

Praying for Sweet Izzy and the rest of the family. I know how scary this must be, I got RSV shortly after my first open heart surgery when I was 6 months. May God comfort and guide you during this time. Thinking positive. Many **Heart Hugs** sent your way!!!
With LOTS of Hope, Love, and Faith,
Lauren (21yr. old w/Tricuspid Atresia aka HRHS)
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Posted Jun 30, 2009 1:01pm

by Kerri Testement

Sending y'all prayers!
kerri testement
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Posted Jun 30, 2009 12:44pm

by melissa langston

Sending Izzy Prayers! I hope she recovers quickly. I had no idea that you could get RSV this time of the year. It just goes to show these babies need the synagist shots though out the year.
I am truly sorry you are going through this!
Melissa and Matthew
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Posted Jun 30, 2009 12:34pm

by Shana Witte

Bless your hearts! Hopefully McKenzie will recover quickly. I know this was caught quickly and I'm sure doctors will treat the RSV very aggressively. My thoughts and prayers are with McKenzie and family.

Posted Jun 30, 2009 12:18pm

by Mary Tortomose

Again Mel and Dale my prayers and concern for your beautiful daughter are out there for you. Please stay strong -- and help her get through this new door that has been opened. Remember, when God closes one door He opens another. I pray that the doctors and the hospital staff will get Izzy feeling better and on the quick road to a recovery. Izzy is really fighting hard to get well. Keep the faith, please! Hugs and more hugs go out to your during this tough time -- hang in there ~ Mary

Posted Jun 30, 2009 12:14pm

by Jody Ludwig

She is such a strong fighter. With the assistance of God on her side I am sure she will over-come this battle. Keeping you all in my prayers.

Posted Jun 30, 2009 12:12pm

by Melanie McLaughlin

I am praying for you and your family.
Melanie McLaughlin
Heart Mom
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Posted Jun 30, 2009 12:10pm

by Bonnie Hunter

Prayers for your precious girl, those who love her and those her treat her.

Posted Jun 30, 2009 11:53am

by Tamara Recker

Prayers and positive thoughts for Izzy.

Posted Jun 30, 2009 11:52am

by Bonnie Russie

Melonie and Dale,
I am so sorry to hear about this. I would be beside myself too. We will keep you and your little one in our thoughts and prayers.
Robert and Bonnie Russie

Posted Jun 30, 2009 11:50am

by Stephanie Husted

We are praying...
~Stephanie and Braeden