Light at the end of the tunnel.

[NoMoreFatGuy 61]

As some are aware I had a rather large leak followed by a 9cm abscess. My surgery was 3/30. On 4/9 I went to the ER in pain. I am still in the hospital. They did a procedure yesterday to check on the stent and leak. It seems that the leak is healed but they want the stent in for one more week. Stent caused quite a bit of pain so I really want that out. Allowed Clear Liquids but 4 oz in an hour makes me feel to full. Almost there but still a touch more to power through.

[able2cope 193]

Oh wow, thats ages you have been in hospital!

I'm glad that they are taking care of you like they are,

Keep your chin up - won't be too long and you will get the stent out - are they keeping you in until then? or will you get home anytime soon?

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

You've been in for quite some time. Here's hoping the next few days are uneventful and pass quickly.

[NoMoreFatGuy 61]

I am home but have oxygen for the pneumonia and the stent is still in and painful. Stent comes out next week supposedly. Ready for this to be over.

[Essence46 493]

Oh wow. Sorry to hear this. Sending hugs, positive vibes and healing your way.

[judyoz 240]

So sorry, Gods speed to you!

[blondebomb 580]

As some are aware I had a rather large leak followed by a 9cm abscess. My surgery was 3/30. On 4/9 I went to the ER in pain. I am still in the hospital. They did a procedure yesterday to check on the stent and leak. It seems that the leak is healed but they want the stent in for one more week. Stent caused quite a bit of pain so I really want that out. Allowed clear liquids but 4 oz in an hour makes me feel to full. Almost there but still a touch more to power through.

I sure hope your feeling better..I went thru a 10cm abcess in my abdomen yrs ago after a surgery not this surgery but I was admitted for 10 days on 3 different strong antibiotics..then I was fed by iv for 2 months nothing by mouth my intestinal tract had to heal. I feel for ya but glad your on the mend..

[NoMoreFatGuy 61]

For follow up. My leak never healed. I ended up having a total gastrectomy. That was three and a half weeks ago. Wouldn't you know the attachment point had a leak too. I couldn't eat or drink anything for three weeks. Yesterday a swallow study showed the leak is totally healed. I was allowed liquids and some soft foods. It will take time for me to regain tolerance for it and cramping is a constant problem but I am told it will subside in time. I feel hopeful my life will become more normal very soon. On the bright side I have lost 125 pounds.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Wow. You have been through a lot. I am so glad you are on the mend. I pray you are feeling much better soon and have a swift recovery. Thanks for the update.

[purz59 57]

Thinking of you... You've been through a lot

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Not quite the best way to lose, but glad to hear you are on the mend. Thanks for the update. Continued good wishes to you.