Son very ill Back in hospital diagnosis Guillain-Barre syndrome

[Kristina Arkansas]

I recieved a call from North Chicago Va last night My son was just released last sunday after recovering from pneumonia. He was sent back to the RTC to the holding division to wait to be put back with his division. he started having symptoms of weakness in his arms hands and legs about 3 days ago.He said he couldnt even salute his officers. He got in trouble because they thought he was just faking. They sent him to the hospital yesterday and the e.r dr. also thought he was faking so they sent him for psycic evaluation he was found to be completely sane and not crazy...Thank god they got another Dr. the same one he had when he was sick last week to do some test. Then they put him in the critical care unit...This disorder is very rare and is not well known from what I have found on it. It is when his immune system starts attacking his nervous system.He can't lift his legs at this point and it could cause him to be placed on a ventilator if it attacks his lungs. I talked to the dr. last night and he has told me he is stable for now.I will be contacted if it progresses any I will then fly to chicago. MY PROBLEM is that I dont know how I will get from the airport to the hospital once I get there Renting a car wouldn't be an option because of the cost and then I wouldnt know which way to go anyway... Is there any resources that I can use through the navy to get help with this?Once I get there I will stay at the hospital and sleep in a chair if I have to I just dont want my son alone in a strange place with all of this happening to him. He is scared to death.They have explained to him that it could make him stop breathing so he is just terrified of that happening. He wants to know why me. This only affects 1or 2 in 100,000.If anyone can give me some help or tell me who to contact please let me know...VERY SCARED MOM!!!!!!!

[judy crawford]

has anyone heard from kristinia .im wondering how her son is doing....

[Pat L. in IL]

Judy, Last talked to her on Sun. Will call her tonight and get an update. (I planned to call last night but had to keep my phone line open to get news on my brother in law who had a heart attack yesterday.) Pat

[wendy]

I hope your Brother In Law is okay I will pray for him as well as our soldiers. Take care and God Bless

[Frieda]

Good morning, I spoke to Kristina Monday evening, Andrew was doing well, it was his first time on the treadmill, a little shake and nervous, he also went up some steps. He's making wonderful progress. Fran's son should have been transferred Tuesday, to a Rehab facility. We need to keep our prayers strong for these young men and moms.
Have a great day ladies!

[wendy]

Frieda you always amaze me with your strength and kindness we need more people like you. I will keep praying for thier full recovery

[Kristina Arkansas]

Andrew was released back to RTC ship 6 this morning it was a very emotional morning for us both He has some fears of relapse and still has very low stamina levels He will be on light duty for 7 days.He will have a medical review and they will decide if he will continue or come home to rest and rehab for awhile and return at a later date.Now is just the waiting game and back to listening for the phone to ring or mail to come.I will not be able to fly home early the ticket change would cost me 400 dollars so I will remain here in waukegan til my original flight on tuesday..I will continue to post updates as I get them Thank you all Again for the continued prayers..Love Kristina

[Janet]

Hi Kristina, I am so glad that Andrew has made a recovery--maybe not a complete one just yet but it sounds as if his strength is regaining. My son is also on ship 6--he is there with a injured leg. He also was going to be on light duty for 7 days before trying to get back into training. I hope they become friends and help each other through this. Sounds like it's a good place to be for our recovering recruits. He was set to PIR tomorrow until he was injured on Tuesday. God bless them children of ours, the worry never ends. Well here's hoping and praying they all pull through this trying time! Janet

[wendy]

YAHOO!!!! and yes Im shouting at the top of my lungs. Prayer is powerful but N4Ms also have alot of power Im so happy you have many shoulders to lean on. Thank the lord for all who have hugged you from afar and given hope in prayer for your family. Im so happy your son is doing so well. Ill keep praying and Girl please take care of you as well. Dont leave you behind

[Mary, Proud Mom of Nick]

So glad to hear that he has made such good progress Kristina and it's very understandable why he would be concerned of a relapse as quick as it came on. Hope the next week of light duty works out well for Andrew and perhaps he can continue on with his training. Best wishes to him!

[Maryanne-Michael's mom]

I'm so happy to hear this news. I know this must have been so hard on your family. Good luck and God bless your family. My prayers are with Andrew and your family.
Maryanne

[Kristina Arkansas]

I just spoke with Fran she is in the process of moving into the city she has gotten an apartment and is within walking distance of the hospital were steven is currently in rehab.She said steven didnt have a very good night didnt eat well and is having some numbness in his face again,she is really exhausted and having a tough time.Please say some extra prayers for her today she definitely needs them.I havent heard from Andrew since he went back Thursday.I hope he is okay!!I did find out that his division went through Battlestations on Thursday night I am sure if he knew that it was hard for him.I was proud to hear that the guys and gals he was in div with are now Sailors but it was hard to hear the news as well.I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season and I will update as i get news Take Care All Kristina

[Kristina Arkansas]

Hello all, I got a call from a very nice lady and she said Andrew attended church yesterday morning and she just wanted to contact me to let me know he was doing fine.I was so happy to talk to her it was great to hear from someone that had seen Andrew.I havent heard from him since he went back to the RTC on thursday.I am glad that he asked them to call MOM he must have known I was worried to death about him.He is such a caring and wonderful boy that is growing into an truley amazing MAN.I am so Proud of him and I know god has big things in store for him..I havent heard from Fran since she left on Saturday I hope Steven is progressing well I will update if I hear anything.I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving I will be flying home tomorrow but am hoping to return soon and see Andrew in those Dress Blues!!!That will be one of my Proudest moments as a mom!!!!Take care all!!!!!