Well, Thursday we went to see the maxiofacial prosthodontist. They make all sorts of things, but our need is these nasal stents that Dan wears in his nostrils to help shape his nose and keep the airway open. This was a huge relief to Dan b/c the permanent thing that has been in his nose for two weeks was taken out and the removable, more comfortable stints were made. That appointment is 4-5 hours long, so it makes for a LONG day, but it is done.
Then, on Friday, we went to the burn clinic and Dan saw his surgeon. Everything is looking good and Dr. Thomas is happy with how everything is coming along. All the stitches were taken out and fluid was added to the implants in his shoulders. The implants are two different sizes, one is able to hold 500 cc's and the other is able to hold 750 cc's. (The doctor said that they can actually be filled up to 3 times that and will be going over those numbers if his skin will allow it) Well, the smaller implant now has 140 cc's but much to every one's surprise, the larger implant has 320 cc's. They just kept filling it up until the skin was very tight. This is good news b/c the more skin that is stretched, the easier surgery will be. Obviously, we don't expect to get that much fluid each week. The doctor's actually average 60 cc's a week and as time goes on, not as much fluid can be added b/c the skin is so tight. Patrick's shoulders have been VERY sore these last two days, especially his left one (the one that was infected).
As far as surgery goes, the doctor expects that we will be having surgery towards the end of October. So that gives us a little break from that. Thank you again for all your prayers!
Teal
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Teal and Dan,
You guys continue to amaze us! Everytime I read all that you are going through with the many doctors and the different surgeries and issues, I am humbled and blessed by the godly way you handle everything. Thanks for keeping us updated. We continue to pray for you and give God thanks for your progress.
Teal,
The blog looks great!!!!! Way to go!!!
I love your new blog and your family picture! you have such a cute family!! We continue to pray for you all and for healing for dan! I am happy to hear things are going so well for you all! we will continue to pray for healing and continued progress! we love you! Robin
Thanks for the great way to keep us all updated on the Moran Family!! Lizette and Victor are such great friends and we have been there with you even before the deployment! Keep your warm and loving spirit alive and we'll hope it rubs off on the rest of the world!! Take care and may God Bless your family!!
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