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Leak Repair?

Champ2131

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avilda    2

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Glad to hear she is mending. Hugs to both of you!!! Keep us posted on her progress... and yours.

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Tiffykins    672

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Champ, I'm so glad to hear that they've got her on antibiotics, and fingers crossed that the leak is repaired. Hang in there, and know we're all here for you.

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pnw218    14

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Update: We had the CT scan last night and the Dr. came in this morning to tell us everything looks good. She does have an infection from the drain site that was removed, but it is not spreading and they have her on antibiotics. The CT scan also showed the stents are still in place and they did not show any leakage. She will have to come back to the hospital next week for a couple days to have the stent removed, test for the leak, and replace the stents if the leak is still there, I'm praying it will NOT be there.

Very good news!!

I hope you are both able to get some well deserved rest today!

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deletedsally    8

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I'm so sorry to hear about the complications your wife has been experiencing. I don't have any experience with a leak, but I have had family members in the hospital for extended periods of time. It's hard on everyone.

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stcyt    15

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I just read this thread for the first time. I'm so sorry all this has happned but it sounds like things might be moving in a positive direction. Every ounce of my positive energy is being sent your way!!!!

Stacey

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stcyt    15

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Driver.... how are you doing. You had it rough there for a bit too. Are you on soft foods yet? Are you feeling strong?

Stacey

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lmmore    0

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Great news Champ. This must be a bit of a relief for you. It's going to be okay. Deep breath.

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Driver63    2

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I feel ok. I have cramping feeling in my abdomin so the nurse said I should come into the office tomorrow. So we will see. I am still nervous about something else happening.

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sam30204    0

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So sorry to hear all this. I think this is everybody's worst fear (leaking) and I am so sorry it has happened to you guys. Please keep us updated on her condition

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happyslvr    2

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I am very sorry for your wife and the pain and worry this is causing for you both. My hopes and prayers for that leak to heal and that this process will be bearable for your wife and yourself. Now is the time to muster up faith and ask the good Lord to provide for your needs. Jesus was called the great physician, may His healing touch your wife down to every cell in her body. And through Him may peace and security be restored to your family.

Amen Lis!!

I agree and I am lifting this family up in prayer!!

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wannalise    15

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Champ,

Things sound so much more positive. I am glad to hear that you are moving in a better direction. I hope things continue to go well. Take this as a time to realize just how much you love that wife of yours. What a blessing to know that. Let her know that there is a legion of fellow sleevers here thinking and praying for the both of you!

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agives130    0

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Champ,

Sorry to hear that you and your wife are going through this. I will keep you in my prayers. Things will get better!

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