Jessica Amaya

It has now been 7 months since Zyan’s sledding accident, and our journey is still far from over. We have been back at Inova since July 22, and although we are grateful for everyone who has cared for Zyan and continues to fight alongside us, we are still facing some difficult challenges. Zyan has been having episodes of vomiting, low body temperatures, and continues to struggle with consistently being able to use the bathroom. We are expecting another MRI next week, and we have also agreed to seek another medical opinion regarding Zyan’s condition. We want to make sure we are doing everything possible to understand what is happening with his body and brain and to find the best path forward for him. One of our biggest concerns right now is his sodium levels. Because of the severity of his traumatic brain injury, Zyan’s body is having difficulty regulating his sodium on its own. We are hoping to transfer him to Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. so that he can be evaluated by another team with specialized experience caring for children with complex neurological injuries. So today, we are asking everyone who has been praying for Zyan to please pray specifically over these things: • Pray that his sodium levels stabilize and that his body becomes better able to regulate them. • Pray that the vomiting and temperature fluctuations improve. • Pray that his body begins functioning more consistently, including his ability to use the bathroom. • Pray over his upcoming MRI—that it brings answers and shows progress. • Pray for wisdom and clarity for every doctor and specialist caring for him. • Pray that the second opinion gives us answers and a clear direction forward. • Pray that, if Children’s National is the right place for Zyan, the transfer happens quickly and without obstacles. • Most importantly, pray that God continues to protect Zyan and gives his body the strength to heal so that one day soon he can safely come home. We know this journey has been long. There have been so many moments of hope, fear, setbacks, and small victories. But through all of it, Zyan is still fighting. And so are we. Thank you to every person who has prayed, checked on us, encouraged us, helped our family, and continued to believe in Zyan when this journey feels overwhelming. Please don’t stop praying. We are praying for stability. We are praying for answers. We are praying for healing. And we are praying for HOME. #PrayForZyan #ZyansJourney #KeepFightingZyan #TBIRecovery #PrayersForZyan #BringZyanHome