Nathan is hospitalized once again
Greetings,
Since Nathan’s last entry, there have been some significant changes. On Tuesday morning, 8/2, we took Nathan to the cancer clinic because he was experiencing severe headaches. His doctor ordered another MRI of the brain which revealed that the mass (tumor) in Nathan’s brain had grown significantly from the MRI taken on Monday, 7/25. The neurosurgeons who reviewed the comparison of Nathan’s MRIs and Nathan’s doctor said a biopsy was necessary ASAP to determine the nature of the tumor, whether or not it was cancerous, and thus determining what treatment needed to get rid of the tumor. The biopsy is scheduled for Thursday morning of this week. However, if the tumor continues to grow as rapidly as it has, Nathan may need emergency surgery to relieve the pressure in the brain and for them to remove as much of the tumor as possible. A biopsy would then be taken from the part that is removed. Nathan is in the hospital so they can monitor things closely and for pain control. We ask that you remember Nathan in your prayers, along with the neurosurgeons as they take a biopsy of the tumor growing in Nathan’s brain. The risks seem higher when the doctors start talking about brain surgery. Our prayer is that if Nathan does need surgery to the brain area that God will guide the surgeon’s hands to remove only what is needed without causing damage to the brain. We know that Nathan is in God’s hands and that God is in control of Nathan’s ongoing healing. We find comfort in this trust and are confident that whatever the outcome, God is present with Nathan, us, and the doctors. Thanks for your ongoing prayer support.
Tim & Carol Detweiler
Since Nathan’s last entry, there have been some significant changes. On Tuesday morning, 8/2, we took Nathan to the cancer clinic because he was experiencing severe headaches. His doctor ordered another MRI of the brain which revealed that the mass (tumor) in Nathan’s brain had grown significantly from the MRI taken on Monday, 7/25. The neurosurgeons who reviewed the comparison of Nathan’s MRIs and Nathan’s doctor said a biopsy was necessary ASAP to determine the nature of the tumor, whether or not it was cancerous, and thus determining what treatment needed to get rid of the tumor. The biopsy is scheduled for Thursday morning of this week. However, if the tumor continues to grow as rapidly as it has, Nathan may need emergency surgery to relieve the pressure in the brain and for them to remove as much of the tumor as possible. A biopsy would then be taken from the part that is removed. Nathan is in the hospital so they can monitor things closely and for pain control. We ask that you remember Nathan in your prayers, along with the neurosurgeons as they take a biopsy of the tumor growing in Nathan’s brain. The risks seem higher when the doctors start talking about brain surgery. Our prayer is that if Nathan does need surgery to the brain area that God will guide the surgeon’s hands to remove only what is needed without causing damage to the brain. We know that Nathan is in God’s hands and that God is in control of Nathan’s ongoing healing. We find comfort in this trust and are confident that whatever the outcome, God is present with Nathan, us, and the doctors. Thanks for your ongoing prayer support.
Tim & Carol Detweiler
posted by Nathan's Blog... at 9:13 AM
3 Comments:
Dear Tim and Carol. I stopped in to see Nathan this morning and was sorry I missed seeing the two of you. I cannot imagine what you are going through this week and wanted to give you each a huge hug. Jon and I are praying for you continually. Your strength and trust in God is amazing to us. May God's healing grace be upon Nathan.
Becky Litwiller
Tim, Carol & Nathan,
I am and will be praying...fervently and frequently...for healing for Nathan, for wisdom for the doctors/surgeon, and strength and peace for you and your family. I just have to trust that God is in control, and He is wrapping you in his tender care at this very moment. Deuteronomy 33:27 The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms...
God's blessings to you,
Tammy Negrete
Nathan and Detwiler Family,
I am at a loss for the words that I would like to communicate to you for strength and comfort at this time, they just do not seem to be enough. I will continue to pray to God who understands my every thought, and who acts on them to use for you in these hours. Thank you for sharing this difficult part of your lives that we may share our faith, prayers and love with you, and show our faith in a most loving God that hears our every need. Peace be with you.
Denise Chalupa
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