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Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Tuesday - getting closer to home

We had a couple setbacks yesterday, but today we're going forward. Joe had a drainage tube removed and it was extremely long and painful. Unfortunately, his ileostomy bag started leaking in the hole left from the drainage bag. They had to flush it out and work hard to prevent infection. Unfortunately again, 2 more bags leaked until they finally got it fixed. They also weighed Joe and he lost 4 more pounds for a total of 30 pounds since April 23rd. We were hoping Joe was going home today or tomorrow, but Dr. Ong said he's not quite ready. He hasn't been able to stay hydrated on his own yet, but he's getting closer. He has to eat more and drink more, while staying on all the meds to help things get absorbed in his system. Dr. Ong has also ordered Home Health Care for Joe to assist with any dehydration and his ileostomy when we get home. It's a nice comfort to know we can get him on IV's right away without having to come back to the hospital. Shelli's graduation is Friday and Dr. Ong is aware of that and doing everything he can to get Joe to the graduation without jeopardizing his health. Prayers welcome again!! Thanks everyone and hugs and kisses to all!! Sherrie
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3 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 22, 2012 at 7:57 PM

    Eat, Joe, eat. Drink, Joe, drink. Heal, Joe, heal. We are all cheering you on from afar. Much love. Gods grace and blessings. Love Bob, Cheryl and all

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  2. Mike and KathyMay 22, 2012 at 9:44 PM

    We're praying that he'll feel better soon and will be able to attend the graduation. Hugs and kisses to all.

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  3. AnonymousMay 23, 2012 at 7:34 AM

    Psalms 32:8

    I the Lord will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you.

    Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down, for the Lord grasps his hand in support and upholds him.



    Psalms 8:

    Trust, lean on, rely on and have confidence in him... pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us and fortress and a high tower.

    Psalms 54:4

    Behold, God is my helper and ally, the Lord is my upholder and is with them who upholds my life


    Psalms 54:7

    For he has delivered me out of every trouble and my eye has looked (in triumph) on my enemies.


    Psalms 56:4

    By the help of God, I will praise his word; on God I lean only and confidently put my trust. I will not fear . What can man who is flesh do to me.

    Gerry S

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