We had been planning to visit Jadon this evening thinking this was another routine day but our plans were changed by a phone call. We were called in tonight due to an emergency surgery which took place at about 6PM. Jadon had complained of pain in his nose two days ago which was treated with Vaseline thinking it was just minor dryness in the nasal cavity due to the constant flow of oxygen. Today he related there was something in his throat restricting his air passage. An ear, nose and throat doctor was brought in and examined him which prompted the surgery. Jadon was diagnosed with acute fungal sinusitis that later was determined to be a nonaggressive type. These infections can rapidly advance to the vital structures near the sinuses. Immunocompromised patients are treated with a combination of surgery and medication. In Jadon’s case the fungus had not spread to the orbital however he will be examined again on Thursday to determine if additional surgery is warranted. While the origin of the fungus is not known the timeline suggests his infection occurred during his stay at the PICU. Due to Jadon’s fragile condition the family is not allowing visitation by anyone outside of family and clergy.
Please keep Jadon in your prayers.
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