- March 13

As mentioned on the March 4 post, Olga continues to make progress. Since Olga was given the challenge to live a normal life back in October 2010, she has overcome many obstacles.  We call her "La Guerrera" (The Warrior) as she held on to God for her life.  While in ICU in November 2010, Olga's condition was everything but stable.  Olga was given 30%, 10% and 5% chance of living, all within days of each other. It was not a promising trend. Olga's story is just one of many people that are in a similar condition.  In the USA, "TBI is a contributing factor to a third (30.5%) of all injury-related deaths." (http://www.cdc.gov/) We could not find similar statistics for Mexico.

Source: Center of Disease Control & Prevention,  Injury Prevention & Control: Traumatic Brain Injury

We are told that every brain injury is unique and we deep down know that Olga's condition and recovery is also unique.  Olga was under an induced a coma for a couple of weeks to help an edema subside.  In mid November, I wrote the following note to my wife the day I was to return to Houston after spending a few days with Olga and our family.

"Health condition is about the same now both pupils are dialated. Will check if sedation is not the cause else things wont go very good from here on. We are all very hopeful god will shine on her and heal her from the illness.  This is a test of faith and we are all putting her in His hands to do with her what she was here to do. I will get on the plane and continue to pray and be with her until SHE tells us is over. A little down, but keeping my chin up."

On the night of December 5th, Olga developed internal bleeding and ultimately the family was called to the hospital to basically say our good byes. I belive her nickname La Guerrera fits her very well and the above proves her will to live. 

In March, Olga continues to push forward.  Soon she will be discharged from Long Term Accute Care (LTAC) and move back home with her husband Ivan.  As previously mentioned, in Mexico,  the medical & rehabilitacion recovery programs in regards to TBI are not as advanced as in the US. The few locations/facilities where she could get help cannot admit her due to her medical condition. 

We hope this begins to clarify some doubts you may have about Olga and our current situation.  We look forward to have Olga begin her rehabilitation at TIRR MH soon.  Thanks again in advance for your prayers and donations.  Until the next post. Be safe and God Bless.