Slight Progress

Joe has been doing Ok. He's extremely weak and tired, but seems to be gaining a little strength each day since he's been home. He lost 36 lbs (6 lbs since he's been home), but happy to report he actually gained a pound today. Yeah!!! It's the little things, like one pound at a time. Nutrition and hydration are the two most important things in Joe's recovery right now. For this reason, he spends most of his time focusing on them. He doesn't have an appetite, but really makes the effort to eat and drink more than he expels. He's close to a break even, but is gaining on it. Dr. Ong explained that he had to remove the portion of his bowels that absorbs nutrients and "forms bowels". The section that is left now has to take over that function and just hasn't quite got the hang of it yet. Medications are helping until they start working properly. Keep the prayers coming!! They are working. Love to all, Sherrie