Day 5

Two steps forward one step back. Yesterday afternoon Chad was having abdominal cramping possibly caused by dehydration or maybe food blockage which is not uncommon after his type of surgery. He had his IV in only for pain medications and not for hydration. He needs to drink 8-10 glasses of liquid each day and learn to eat his food slowly and chew it thoroughly which will aid in digestion. This a learning process for him and he will get it eventually. Chad did get up and moving this morning. He took a shower and went for a walk. He did not eat breakfast, but he did have a hot dog for lunch, yummy.

Unfortunately Chad will not be released from the hospital tomorrow. At 7:30 p.m., Chad said he was hot. His temperature was running 102.8 degrees. The doctor has ordered blood cultures and other tests to see what is causing the fever. Please keep Chad in your thoughts and prayers tonight and tomorrow.