Well what do you know, things didn’t go exactly as planned yesterday. After waiting around in the hospital for a couple hours, the procedure finally started. When the procedure concluded, Peter did not receive a stent in his left kidney. It turns out he didn’t need it, because there wasn’t a blockage. Dye was injected into his system and apparently showed a clear passage. I suppose that sounds good, but the fact remains that his kidneys are damaged and not behaving properly. I wish I could provide more clarity about his kidney status, but I really can’t. Peter will be referred to a local kidney specialist for further evaluation when he’s back at home.
The day was long at the hospital and, although Peter did get into costume and got out of the hospital, he wasn’t up for trick-or-treating in the evening.
I don’t think I mentioned it before, but Peter’s blood pressure was high when he arrived at the hospital earlier this week. Today they had an appointment at the clinic and his blood pressure was still high. The reason is not known.
In total, I think yesterday and today have been frustrating due to long waits, some misinformation, and a lack of resolution or a sense of progress. But he’s through another procedure without complication. Even though the Eigner’s can’t check off a medical milestone on the trip, Peter is still moving forward. He’s still fighting on down the winding road to full health.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Peter! Keep fightin’ !
Happy Halloween Peter,
We think of you daily and pray for you nightly. God’s blessings to you each and every minute of your journey. It has been so good to see you back at Jenni’s from time to time and the smile on your face when you talk about going to school is a fantastic sight to see. I can’t wait until I get to be your teacher in high school. Looking forward to seeing you back in the big city of BRAINERD!
The Bastians
Another twist in the road, hey Peter? That just means even more prayers coming your way from us and all of your support system out there!! We will be strong for you when you get sooooo tired!! Keep up the fight Peter! God is again, holding you close in his arms as He supports you through yet another journey.
Praying for you always
Glenda Steve Josh Megan and Jacob
Hey Guys! Just checking in and wanted to let you know we know all about the Nephrology world and if you would like a name for a doctor to contact give us a call!
Hang in there!
When, every so often, there isn’t a post for a couple of days, I breathe a sigh of relief, but then we get news like this!! Maybe this is all just part of the recovery process. When you’ve been really sick, it takes time to heal completely. How I wish Peter could continue to get better, go to school and not have to see doctors constantly. You all see to be so strong – after so long of this – I pray you can continue and see good results! Hi to grandma and grandpa H. Mary
We continue to keep you in our prayers. Sending lots of warm Hawaiian Sunshine to brighten your days.
Aloha,
Team Ruthie
Kailua Kona, HI
Hey guys –
I have been reading with tears all that you have encountered since we last saw eachother. I was praying for such better news than seeing all that your going through. I miss you and 5B terribly as I now work in Maple Grove at a Specialty Peds Clinic – which Dr. Neglia may join in the next year. But, Peter is on my heart and in my prayers as I pray for all you families. What a trying time. He is such a delightful kid! Your family support and your whole network of love was so humbling to watch in action. I want you to know that I am still on your side and praying this will all be a distant memory soon —
Well the road is certainly paved with lots of interesting sidetrips isn’t it? We won’t let that stop us. Peter looks great. Those pics of the painted faces are great too! Did you manage to get Jerry Seinfeld to donate to the cause? He has plenty of money and wouldn’t miss it.
We send our love and prayers – miss you guys.
Love, Bonnie the stickmaker
I feel smarter just being able to read the posts on your site, I don’t understand them, I just feel smarter. Peter, I think it’s cool that you got to meet Jerry Seinfelt (sp?)
Keep up the good fight, Warrior.
Praying lik a warrior,
Jon
Hi Family,
If you need the name of a top Nephrologist here at the University hospital, please call us. Hang in there Peter……..You’re a winner.
Love Uncle Ed and Aunt roz
Dear Eigners and Hansons
Our family has been following Peter’s progress. We pray for you daily, and know our prayers will be answered. Peter is so lucky to have all of you helping him fight this nasty problem. He is one GREAT guy and we would like to meet him. We know his relatives are pretty special, so keep up the fight and we will be with you.
Stu, Mary, Jennifer and Eric
Dear Peter,
You are really a strong young man to stand up to all these things and to keep on working to get all your health back again. It makes me very happy to see how tough you are!
I’ll keep pulling for you until you are right back to 100%. I know your family loves you a lot too.
God bless you,
Ken Schroeder
You are in our thoughts and prayers daily.
God bless you Peter with good health.
Love from,
The Sullivan Family
Awww man. How frustrating for all of you. I hope you all can rest, find some relaxation and take comfort in all the support and love to give you strength and nourishment for the next step.
Oh Peter and Erika and Ty….
I just cannot believe all the unexpected issues you have had to deal with! Really I admire you all so much for your incredible stamina through one thing after another. I pray that the kidney function resolves and the blood pressure concerns as well. May you have an enjoyable Thanksgiving, and get a little rest while you are at it. Any chance a Make-a-wish trip (after a nice long rest at home of course) is in the works for the extremely deserving Eigner Family???????
Erik will be back at the U for biopsy and scans next week, and hoping for good news. The chemo seems to be doing the trick…his pain is gone.
Peter, you are such a star!!!!!
Praying always!!!!!!
Hi,
I`m sorry your family has to go through this! your whole family will be in my prayers. I am studying neuroblastoma for a health project in school and i came across you website.