We got some good news during rounds this morning. It appears, judging by Julianne's lack of symptoms and what the cultures are showing, that the area of concern is not a true infection started by some type of germ. Instead, it was more than likely her body reacting to a foreign object being placed inside of it (the pacing wires). The cultures are growing some bacteria but not a specific type yet. They will continue growing them for a week or more.
The great news is that because she's not "infected" she won't have to be on IV antibiotics for a month. She will have a couple more days of IV antibiotics and then switch to oral just to be on the safe side. The plan would still be to return in a few months for another attempt at pacemaker placement.
Like I said, quick update. :-) We will update more later! Thank you for your prayers and encouragement!
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Thank God for that much - we'll continue praying for everything to go well. So glad you guys got a free 1/2 day to ride the duck boats! Boston is beautiful in summer :)
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