There's more good news on Dylan. The CT scan revealed no infection, and much of his disorientation is gone. Turns out that was a lingering effect of the medications in his system, which his liver was slow to process. He's now much more alert and able to converse with Gary and Debbie. He's also able to breathe on his own, so doctors have taken him off of the oxygen. Dylan has also lost 23 lbs. of fluid, and the amount of fluid in his lungs is significantly less. Doctors still want him to lose another 27 lbs., however.
Dylan will be in ICU for another 5 days, after which he'll be moved to the bone marrow unit. Doctors aren't sure how long he'll be there. During his remaining time in ICU, Dylan will be hooked up to a dialysis machine. The dialysis machines are for priority patients, so Gary asked that we pray that Dylan will be able to keep the machine, even though he's improving.
A few other bits of info:
Dylan's liver is still the same.
He's not in any discomfort right now (other than perhaps the feeding tube)
He's regaining his strength
Gary and Debbie will get another good night's rest tonight
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Praise God. He is Great.
What a miracle we are seeing before our very eyes! Praise the Lord for His might and answered prayers for healing!
Dylan, you will have a mighty story to tell and we can hardly wait to see how you will bless others through God's blessing you!
We love you Shugart family!
Jay and Kim
Great news, we will continue to keep you and the family in our prayers for the lord to guide your recovery.
The York Family
The Shugart Family,
Wonderful news! I am so pleased to hear Dylan is moving in a positive direction with his health. All praise and glory to our Lord.
There are miracles happening around us every day.
God's Peace and comfort to you all.
Peggy
Awesome news! Dylan, you continue to grow strong. You have such a testimony to tell to others of how God has worked in your life through all of this the last couple of years. Love to you all!
The Manns
Dylan, Debbie, and Gary,
It's so good to hear that there's improvement in Dylan's body this morning. We'll continue to pray for him. We love you guys.
Todd & Eunice
Keep it up, Dylan! We are going to continue to pray for you at the youth retreat this weekend. Gary and Debbie, keep getting some sleep and keep staying in the Word. His grace (and only His grace) is infinite and is sufficient to sustain you. Come home soon - we miss ya.
aaron and sarah
I am so thankful that things are going better. I know many that have been praying as well as myself. I love all of you and will be seeing you soon....Penny
Great to hear things continue to improve! Prayers going up for you here in your "home" in Calhoun.
Proverbs 3:5-6
Roger C.
Glad that we have some good news.
Glad that He hears our prayers.
Glad that He does mend and heal.
Glad that He has surrounded you with so many wise, learned, skillful, and prayerful people.
Glad that your good news reminds us of the Good News.
Glad that you are a part of our church family and that you have reminded our family to have a few more hugs and thanksgivings today.
Indeed, we are thankful that your life is in His hands and that you are a part of Him.
Somehow, "together for the Gospel" means a bit more to us today. Thank you, therefore, for being an encouragement to many by your faithfulness to Him.
You are in our prayers.
--Pete and Becky Link
(and Jackson, Sam, and Mary--although Mary still hasn't "mastered" praying)
We are praying for Dylan's healing and for Debbie and Gary's strength.
Timmy and Pam Erwin
Debbie, I can't even imagine what you and Gary have been through these passed few weeks. I love yall and I want you to know that we've been praying for Dylan and for yall. I've been calling Sheila and/or Chris daily to check on yall. I'm so glad to hear all the good news and I'm praying for God to continue His Miracle! I love
yall. Tammy
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