Green means Go

We were hoping things were “moving along” but on late Wednesday, based on the CT findings and Dr Barone’s expertise, the decision was made to proceed with surgery.   Daryl was scheduled for 5:30pm surgery on Thursday. Thankful the Dr was able to bump his surgery up and Daryl went in around noon. They found not one, but three different areas of blockage! The Dr was able to clear all the blockages and place a new feeding tube. Daryl was back in his room around 5:00pm.  Obviously doing this type of surgery is very painful ,due to the incision made on his abdomen and all the manipulation of the bowel during his surgery (mainly looking for the blockage). We were blessed  that the Pain Pharmacists were able to change his pain meds to help him get relief and some rest.

The picture above is his “pain” button. When it is illuminated with a green light, that indicates Daryl can press it and receive a dose of his pain med. Needless to say he had a “vise grip” on this post surgery! The next few days we will be watching closely for any signs of infection and hoping all the plumbing begins to work again!

This is a slight detour, but if this was not found out in time, the other ‘big” surgery would not have been possible, using the small bowel. We are very blessed and thankful for Dr Barone and his guidance and expertise.

Keep  up the prayers and good thoughts!