We met with Steve's surgeon at 8am at Stanford. Although Steve continues to have a low-grade fever, the infection appears under control with the oral antibiotics. The lack of output in Steve's drainage bag indicates that the bile duct is healing. Steve's surgeon pulled about an inch of tubing out of the drainage tract. Wow - this was an incredibly painful experience for Steve. Although this signifies positive progress forward, the whole experience (2 hours+ of driving, another hour of waiting, topped off by stabbing pain) was a bit draining. We have an appointment on Friday to fully remove the tubing and replace it with a very small tube. so overall, we're progressing forward.
Hi, I would be more than willing to drive Steve to Stanford on Friday or any other day. I have been taking a friend there so I know the way! :) Betty Louie
ReplyDeleteGreat News! What a fighter. Thinking of you daily and looking forward to your recovery. Cecil sends his love. We'd love to see you when you feel up to it. We can bring dinner or lunch whenever you feel up to it. I work remotely from home so if there is anything you need help with let us know.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Debbie and Dean
On behalf of my father-in-law - Roger says...
ReplyDeleteMy Hero. Thanks for sharing this very personal experience of Dr. Hufford's on-going treatment and recovery. Your strength, as always, is an inspiration. Looking forward to your return and care. Again, immense gratitude for putting me back together. Don't forget the curative value of apple fritters!
Your Friend and Patient,
Roger