Support Registry Update

Fevers

In support of
David Burke
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Unfortunately, David was super tired all day yesterday and woke up last night with a fever. We had to go to the emergency room and he was admitted again to the transplant floor.

He's had a number of labs and scans to identify the source of the fever and his elevated heart rate. They have ruled out any blood clots, pockets of fluid that haven't drained from surgery, and numerous other things. Some labs are still pending that we will get over the next few days. They are treating him with IV antibiotics and fluids, and he'll stay another night to continue to monitor his fever and heart rate. 

It is his birthday today so it was unfortunate timing to be readmitted. He's a trooper for sure! We made the best of it and had the kids visit for a short time this afternoon! He's stuck on a low fat diet from a lymphatic leak post surgery... so we'll be sure to get a superior dessert to angel food cake once this is all behind us to celebrate! 

Thanks for all the love, prayers, birthday messages, and videos! It made his day!! Hopefully we can get out of here again soon! 

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Shauna Klimpt

Interestingly God had me pray this morning against any infection and against any organ rejection. That’s the only bday gift I can give you. I hope you can leave the hospital soon but not too soon.
  • over 1 year ago

Janet Combs

Happy birthday wishes and prayers for a quick answer to the cause of the fever.
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  • over 1 year ago

Michele Cormack

A belated happy birthday David. Sorry the crazy fun times have to wait. But hopefully it will be greatly entertaining thinking of all the ways you can celebrate down the road a bit! We send our love and hugs and definitely our prayers for a quick and full recovery. Take care -all of you. ❀️
  • over 1 year ago

Samantha Kobaissi

Happy birthday David!!
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  • over 1 year ago

Donna Weatherly

Happy Birthday to David, the strongest person we know! :). Praying for a quick turn around at the hospital and the right answers for the cause of the fever. Thankful for the care you are receiving in Utah. Thinking of you guys and praying daily. xoxo
  • over 1 year ago