Wednesday, November 19, 2008

He's Back again...

He had the barium test and chest x-ray. He said it was a little frustrating, because he had just gotten back from the colonoscopy and they told him he shouldn't get up and try to walk on his own b/c he was still under the effects of the anesthesia. Then he got downstairs for the barium test and they made him drink more junk and walk around for 15 mins, which was still uncomfortable and painful. He was gone for over 2 1/2 hours getting those tests done and we should have the results of them tomorrow. They have started him on medication for Crohn's and on an antibiotic for the infection. The doctor (not the GI specialist, but just the regular hospital dr) came by to see him while he was gone so she should be back any minute now. He has finally had the chance to lay back down and rest, but they have told him there is more bloodwork to be done so not to get too comfortable. The doctor will also do a TB test to rule that out. The nurse said that it's possible he could go home tomorrow, but he will have to make some very major improvements between now and then for that to happen. My guess is he will still be here tomorrow night but let's hope and pray for a quick recovery! I'll update again after the doctor comes in.

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