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Update for Feb. 26

Amy began having trouble with the vision in her left eye yesterday. We thought that it may be due to either a migraine (which she occasionally gets) or a side effect of one of the many medicines she has received in the last several days. By this AM she had very little sight in her left eye and went to see an ophthalmologist. He determined that Amy is having macular hemorrhages behind both eyes. He feels this is due to either the fact that Amy's fever has been so high or that during surgery to place the stent, her blood pressure became elevated. He told Amy that this a treatable condition, as far as being able to keep the situation from worsening. However, he could not guarantee that her sight would return. Amy is currently on her way to see a retinal specialist. She is very discouraged today and really needs everybody to pray that God will touch her and be so close to her today. Thank you so much. Carole

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Anonymous said…
Please tell Amy that she is in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for keeping us updated. Junia
Sandi H said…
We will certainly continue to pray and know that God knows what she is going through. Praying that healing will begin and that Amy & family will have peace!
Am just finding out about Amy. We will remember her to our Father in prayer!
Anonymous said…
Dave and Amy,

We are praying!!
Lisa said…
I will be praying for Amy and a full recovery.
Anonymous said…
My heart is with you. Mom has been keeping me updated.
Love, Lisa
Rochelle said…
My heart is aching for Amy. She's been in my thoughts & prayers all day today.
Laura ☃ said…
We are praying for you guys. We just keep praying. I am so, so sorry you are going through this :(
Mary Ellen said…
Oh my goodness - poor Amy! This is breaking my heart, she has been through enough - I am so sorry and we will keep praying for her. Thank you so much Carole, for taking the time to keep us updated.

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