A New Day

We have seen Dad several times today, briefly. He is doing well according to the nurses.
We talked with Dr. Roth's Nurse Practitioner and she explained things a little more clearly about the blood flow. Dad does have less blood flow to the stomach than the average patient they see. This is why Dr. Roth mentioned this to us after his surgery. Dr. Roth is few on words, and did not explain too much afterward concerning this. We were upset to say the least and felt like this was bad news. After talking to his NP, she explained that, yes, this is a concern. Yes it could cause problems, worse case scenario, he would have to go back in for more surgery if the stomach tissue refuses to heal and they would have to figure out and alternate solution to reconnect the stomach to the esophagus. That is worse case. The more likely result of this blood flow issue, is that it will take a little longer to heal, but it will heal.
That is what we will continue to pray for.
As far as how Dad is feeling, he hurts when he breaths, he is very tired, his mouth, throat, and lips are very dry. He is not even aloud to suck on ice chips because it is so very important that he doesn't swallow even a drop of water until this reconnection heals. He is pretty grumpy, but who wouldn't be after what he has been through. Pray for his dryness, and also his rest.
Thank you again for praying, JJ and the Janszen Kids