This was sent via email from my aunt--Brenna's neurologist again turned down her coma medication by a slight bit this afternoon. We still have a ways to go, but we're heading in the right direction.
We thank the Lord that Brenna's body continues to function well even under the coma medication. Her lungs appear to be healthy even though she's still on full vent support. She continues to tolerate her feedings so she's getting the nutrition she needs. She received a unit of blood today just to give her a boost. Every time they give her a unit (this is her third) she seems to perk up some.
Seizures remain the biggest concern right now. Even though she is not currently having seizures, there are some occassional patterns in brain activity that could potentially turn into seizures as her coma medication is decreased and the brain is less sedated. The doctors continue to closely monitor her EEG and are attempting to find the right kind and dose of anti-seizure medication to prevent them.
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