Hypertonic Saline

Junior has had a rough time the past several weeks with illnesses and severe asthma. At his last pulmonology appointment we discussed a plan of action to deal with this changing asthma and try to get things under control. We decided to give Hypertonic Saline a try. It is typically used with children who have Cystic Fybrosis but is now being used with those who have other lung issues as well. Where normal inhaled saline is 0.9% , Hypertonic Saline has 7%(also available in other strengths). It breaks up the mucous and also causes coughing. After Junior's first treatment nothing happened and I thought it wasn't going to work. A couple hours later he started coughing and was clearing huge amounts of mucous. That continued for about the first 36 hours and now he is sounding a lot better. His oxygen need dropped dramatically, he was on only a tiny amount last night and hasn't needed any today. This certainly isn't going to fix his asthma but helping keep his lungs clear is a huge help.

Poor guy is not having a happy day. The weather is changing yet again and he is struggling with a sinus headache and of course his asthma. He was having fun, giggling and trying to sing to his Beach Boys music, this morning(Yes, my 12 year old absolutely loves the Beach Boys music) but when the clouds started moving in and it got windy he started struggling. Now he just wants to sit with me and watch his movies. Hopefully he will feel better and be up to coloring some Easter eggs later this evening.

Thank you to those praying for my aunt and family. She is surrounded by family and friends and is at peace. I spoke to my mom and she said there has been a constant stream of people coming in to see Linda. Though there are many tears and sad moments it is also truly amazing to see the many people who have been impacted by her life, she has lived her faith in a big way. Please continue to pray for peace and comfort in the coming hours/days.