We learned last night that Brittney *does not* have Lupus and she *no longer* has an infection in her body! Again, we celebrate and glorify God for the victory!
Brittney is improving daily, but she still has a fever. Join us in praying that the source of the fever is found and treated. Also continue to pray for lung and kidney strength. She is scheduled to be taken off the ventilator by Friday because she is doing so well.
On another note, we want to thank Erica B from Prophetic Airbrush Design... she made Brittney a healing shirt that was/is unbelievable! It is definitely prophetic! It has Isaiah 53:5 on it as well as red stripes and mirrors. We laid the shirt over Brittney. It's now on her bed and so many people have asked about it... another opportunity for ministry even in the ICU.
In addition to praying and believing God for Brittney & Katie, we have also been praying for all the other kids in ICU. We are pleased to announce that all of them have gone either to SCU, a regular room, or home. We rejoice with them and their families: Jamarius, Hoel, Dallas, Cade, Palishia, Katelyn, Brailyn, Lawrence, Desiree' and Desmond.
-The Williams Family
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Brittney & Katie
Today Brittney's temp is down. She has also been unparalyzed since yesterday, which is good. We praise God for even the smallest victories! We are still waiting for the test results from Friday. In the meantime, we are praying that the source of the infection is found and that her lungs and kidneys be strengthened everyday.
While you're praying for Brittney we ask that you also pray for Katie. She is a 16 year old also in ICU. She and Brittney had some similar issues in the beginning. However, Katie suffered some complications which resulted in 4 operations thus far. Pray for Katies lungs to heal and her heart to be strengthened. Pray also for her parents Bob & Susie as it is very hard for any parent to be in this type of situation.
-The Williams Family
While you're praying for Brittney we ask that you also pray for Katie. She is a 16 year old also in ICU. She and Brittney had some similar issues in the beginning. However, Katie suffered some complications which resulted in 4 operations thus far. Pray for Katies lungs to heal and her heart to be strengthened. Pray also for her parents Bob & Susie as it is very hard for any parent to be in this type of situation.
-The Williams Family
Friday, June 26, 2009
Bone Marrow Test
As of right now, they are extracting bone marrow for further testing.
Please pray that God gives Dr. Winkler and her team wisdom, knowledge, understanding, divine revelation, and prophetic insight concerning Brittney and all that's going on with her.
Update on Brittney: She's breathing better on her own w/ the ventilator. Also, she opened her eyes today while the physical therapist worked with her.
Prayer needed: The fever to be broken, the source of the fever to be found, Britt continues to do well in the weaning process.
-The Williams Family
Please pray that God gives Dr. Winkler and her team wisdom, knowledge, understanding, divine revelation, and prophetic insight concerning Brittney and all that's going on with her.
Update on Brittney: She's breathing better on her own w/ the ventilator. Also, she opened her eyes today while the physical therapist worked with her.
Prayer needed: The fever to be broken, the source of the fever to be found, Britt continues to do well in the weaning process.
-The Williams Family
New Challenges
Last night Brittney spiked a fever and her blood pressure dropped again. Her body is not responding the way the doctors hoped when they unparalyzed her. As of today, she is still unparalyzed but she is also unable to move.
They brought in a new doctor who says she will not stop until she finds out what's wrong with Brittney. They are testing her for Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis. In addition to this, they are bringing three specialists in to examine Brittney's case. Because of the amount of Morphine she's gotten over the past week, her body is addicted so now they have to slowly wean her from it. She is really sick and needs prayer like never before. Keep her lifted, please.
Pray for the doctors, pray they find the cause and treatment/cure. Also pray for Brittney's complete health and healing.
-The Williams Family
They brought in a new doctor who says she will not stop until she finds out what's wrong with Brittney. They are testing her for Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis. In addition to this, they are bringing three specialists in to examine Brittney's case. Because of the amount of Morphine she's gotten over the past week, her body is addicted so now they have to slowly wean her from it. She is really sick and needs prayer like never before. Keep her lifted, please.
Pray for the doctors, pray they find the cause and treatment/cure. Also pray for Brittney's complete health and healing.
-The Williams Family
Thursday, June 25, 2009
A Day of Rest
Today Brittney is resting. We're limiting her visitors because she was agitated last night.
Yesterday evening we found out that the spots on her hips were not the source of the infection. Initially, it was disappointing news. However, we had to reflect on the fact that Brittney is improving overall... but more than anything God is able to heal regardless of what the doctors say. Our hope is in Christ and Christ alone.
"Godly" enough, this morning the report was that all blood cultures are negative for infection! Awesome God! Britt still has a slight temp, but we're being told that the temp may be from other things she has going on as a result of all that she's been through this week.
In addition to resting today, they will unparalyze Brittney so that she can move a little and breathe on her own. Our prayer focus is for continue lung health & wellness so she can transition off the ventilator & for the fever to be broken.
-The Williams Family
P.S. Thanks to everyone for your prayers, calls, concerns and even your comments on this blog. We can't wait to share your comments & prayers with Brittney is due time.
Yesterday evening we found out that the spots on her hips were not the source of the infection. Initially, it was disappointing news. However, we had to reflect on the fact that Brittney is improving overall... but more than anything God is able to heal regardless of what the doctors say. Our hope is in Christ and Christ alone.
"Godly" enough, this morning the report was that all blood cultures are negative for infection! Awesome God! Britt still has a slight temp, but we're being told that the temp may be from other things she has going on as a result of all that she's been through this week.
In addition to resting today, they will unparalyze Brittney so that she can move a little and breathe on her own. Our prayer focus is for continue lung health & wellness so she can transition off the ventilator & for the fever to be broken.
-The Williams Family
P.S. Thanks to everyone for your prayers, calls, concerns and even your comments on this blog. We can't wait to share your comments & prayers with Brittney is due time.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Eight Days & Counting...
Today is day 8 of Brittney being in ICU at Children's Hospital. It has been an emotional and spiritual journey for Brittney, her mom, siblings and family. We are thanking God daily for progress. Some days are slow, some days we've had setbacks, but in God we have remained faithful and hopeful of God's promises of healing for Brittney.
Yesterday we learned that Brittney has two spots on her hips that may be the cause of the infection that tried to destroy her body. Right now as we type this, the doctors are drawing fluid from the spots on her hips to test for infection. If the test is positive, they will operate to remove the infection.
We are pleased that her lungs and respiratory seems to be improving. Our pray focus is that her Peep Respiratory number goes down to 10. This will mean that her airways will start contracting better so that she will be able to breath on her own when they remove the ventilator.
She is still in an induced coma and paralysis. So as of our knowledge, she is unaware of most of what's going on. Each day we pray with her, read Scriptures and keep her encouraged with visitors.
During our ICU time, she's had the best nurses and care attendants. We know that God has anointed them to care for Brittney.
Please continue to pray as this is definitely a journey for Brittney and our family. You can check back daily for updates.
The Williams Family
Yesterday we learned that Brittney has two spots on her hips that may be the cause of the infection that tried to destroy her body. Right now as we type this, the doctors are drawing fluid from the spots on her hips to test for infection. If the test is positive, they will operate to remove the infection.
We are pleased that her lungs and respiratory seems to be improving. Our pray focus is that her Peep Respiratory number goes down to 10. This will mean that her airways will start contracting better so that she will be able to breath on her own when they remove the ventilator.
She is still in an induced coma and paralysis. So as of our knowledge, she is unaware of most of what's going on. Each day we pray with her, read Scriptures and keep her encouraged with visitors.
During our ICU time, she's had the best nurses and care attendants. We know that God has anointed them to care for Brittney.
Please continue to pray as this is definitely a journey for Brittney and our family. You can check back daily for updates.
The Williams Family
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My name is Deaquelynn Williams, and I am the aunt and full-time caregiver of my niece, Brittney Williams. In 2009, when Brittney turned 18, ...
