So here we are again in Oxford - Michael in his pjs sitting on his bed, watching Loose Women together. Did just query with Michael why he doesn't get dressed and sit on the chair. Answer? Can't be bothered and chair too uncomfortable.
We're back to the usual routine - walk to shop for paper, watch morning tv, read paper and tweeting (Michael not me). Seems daft that he's back in when he seems so much better but obviously get that they've got to sort this feed problem out.
The Surgeon has just seen us. The plan is - scope and biopsy tomorrow, as well as biopsy of the ulcer he still has. Not doing today as Michael has only just come off Deltaparin (blood thinning) and therefore not good to take biopsy of ulcer which already bleeds. Just about to connect back to the 'new' feed - yes, same problems will occur but obviously still got to get nutrition. Input/ouput will be closely monitored.
Michael started a new drug last night - ciprofloxin. They believe the problem is connected to too much bacteria in the gut. This is caused by the feed sitting in the gut before being absorbed and 'fermenting' which causes bacteria overload. It will take about 10 days to see whether this works, at which stage a further drug is needed to put 'good' bacteria back into the gut. I'm just hoping he won't have to stay in for that whole period.
Will keep you posted.
xx
Justine
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