As I write, Anouk is out of surgery and sleeping in Natalie's arms. Dr. Cluett, the pediatric plastic surgeon, is pleased with the results and said the opertion was a complete success.
A small patch of skin, about nine inches square, was grafted from Anouk's right upper thigh to her right bicep. To ease the initial pain, they gave her a dose of morphine...you can tell by the twin pinhead pupils and and her itchy nose. Now we play the waiting game -- we just have to wait five days to see how the graft fares.
The medical staff here at the Janeway Children's Health & Rehabilitation Centre continue to be wonderful. The front-line medical care-givers -- the nursing staff -- are compassionate, friendly, and professional. The doctors are approachable and check in regularly. And, believe it or not, our insurance company has also been cooperative. Considering that we have now spent most of our Newfoundland time in the hospital, this all makes the stay easier.
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Absolutely wonderful news!
Hang in there. Having kids in surgery is no fun. I know from experience.
Before you know it Anouk will be a teenager and this will all be distant memories.
Renny
Huggs and kisses to Anouk.
Don't be suprised if her upper thigh bothers her more than her bicep that's normal. Never had a burn pt say otherwise. I am sure the graft will take just fine. We will keep her in our prayers, and you to Mom and Dad!
She better be getting lots of ice cream...you guys too. Do they have lobster flavored ice cream in Newfoundland?
We are so glad things are going well. You are all in our thoughts and continue hoping for the best.
Jenn and Terry
May Anouk heal swiftly and you both get some rest, you are in my thoughts and am sending warm embraces and much Love~
Billi
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