The news is good. As planned the Gastroenterologist and Sherryl met around noon today for another endoscopy, this time they met in the operating room. If the food could still not be dislodged, surgery would be performed immediately.
But the endoscopy revealed the food was dislodged from the wall of the esophagus and was nowhere to be seen. Sherryl spent time in recovery and was discharged home late this afternoon.
The doctor reported there is a bit of scarring on the walls of the esophagus, which is probably the result of radiation treatment. This tissue will be monitored in follow-up appointments over the next few weeks. Changes in diet specify soft foods only for a while; there are no changes to her existing treatment plan.
Sherryl has had a terrible headache since last night and only wants to sleep. So, that is exactly what she's doing this evening: sleeping.
We are all relieved this incident did not become more complicated, and we are all very glad Sherryl is home. In addition to it being a long holiday weekend, it's going to be a relaxing and lovely weekend, too. Thank you for your love, hope, and prayers. We wish you a nice long weekend, too!
So hoping you have a restful and relaxing weekend. You certainly deserve some rest.
Arleen, your updates are so appreciated and makes me feel like I am still such a part of you all even though I am so far away.
Sherryl, you are amazing - I am truly in awe of how special you are.
Give Dick another hug for me.
Love Janet
Posted by: Janet Allsman | May 23, 2008 at 07:57 PM