Day 34, day 11 after last surgery

We were hoping to go home tomorrow, but Carl is having problem with his bowels. He ate really good this past Friday, during the night after that was miserable with feeling full & vomited last night. The past 2 days he has only had clear liquids. The X-ray showed the bowel is dilated ( so not working) they are watching to make sure he is not obstructed. He has bloating and pressure.
Praises: he is walking a lot with one person stand by. Carl & I  can get him out and back into bed  with out staff helping. His Foley catheter came out yesterday and is passing urine ! The wound with the flap is looking good . Pain is minimal, they keep cutting back on the meds.  Once he can eat good ( 3 days) then we can go home. They plan to remove drains , 1 each day starting tomorrow.
We are disappointed with another set back, yet appreciate all the good: great staff, nice room with a great view, no infections , pain is controlled and needing less pain meds. Many faithful people praying and loving us. We have what we need each day and are thankful!
Jody
2 Peter1:2
"Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and Jesus our Lord".

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  1. UnknownSeptember 24, 2017 at 6:11 PM

    There's still a lot of people praying for Carl, we appreciate your updates.

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  2. UnknownSeptember 24, 2017 at 7:22 PM

    I am so sorry there is yet another setback, and in the midst of that I am continually amazed at what a blessing you are to us, your readers. We are praying without ceasing that Carl will not have an obstruction or other new complication, and will be doing well enough and eating enough (without n/v) to be able to go home. Thinking of you more than you can possibly imagine. And praying too, of course! Patti Philippus

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  3. DonnaSeptember 25, 2017 at 10:23 AM

    Still with you in thoughts and prayers.

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