I’m hoping to use this page for anyone who want to track Paxton’s health progress. I am not great about getting back to everyone’s calls and texts, but I appreciate them more than I can tell you.
On Monday, November 29, Paxton came home from school looking and feeling great. Within a half hour of being home he started to panic because he couldn’t talk. I instantly noticed the right side of his body starting to give out. We immediately called 911 and were taken to the ER where he was evaluated by the stroke team. He was diagnosed with a large brain bleed on the left side. We were med flighted to Denver and taken to the PICU. Thankfully, he remained conscious and breathing on his own.
Many (and I mean a lot) of doctors and specialists examined him and ran multiple tests. All we know is that he had a stroke (from the bleed) and it is centered over the part of his brain that produces speech. Yesterday, we were cleared to leave the PICU and were transferred to the in-patient rehab floor here at The Childrens ’s Hospital. He has a lot of work to do. He is still unable to move the right side of his body, but seems to be getting some feeling back. His speech will probably come last and we aren’t sure how much of the damage is permanent and what effects are being caused by the swelling. Only time will tell. We will be in Denver for an undetermined amount of time. I will stay here full time and Brandon will go back and forth to help with Braylon and work.
Paxton is understandably frustrated but is being braver than I am. He is still our sweet little boy who gives little smiles to everyone.
I will try to give updates as they come, but please understand progress is slow so some days there aren’t a lot of things to update. We appreciate everyone’s love, prayers, and support during this incredibly trying time.
Please feel free to share this page with our mutual family and friends.
Janell
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