I think I forgot to mention that on Friday they decided to pull out the new feeding tube (placed on Tuesday) because it was coiled up in the stomach (it is supposed to go passed the stomach to the intestine).
They continue to medicate her for nausea and Alisa is throwing up less. I am not sure if it is less because she has nothing to throw up, or if she is getting better. She has only had a couple of bites of toast the last couple days, but has been able to keep it down. She ends up dry heaving 3-4 times each day.
They have not replaced the feeding tube and decided they would place a new feeding tube, but one that does not go through her nose. I think it is called a J-tube, and is placed directly into the intestine (or stomach) through your belly. They think that the nausea could be caused by some of the tumors in her intestine. I am not sure how I missed this news (selective memory?) but I don't remember there being tumors in the intestine, but Alisa assures me they mentioned it. Awesome...
They are going to place the J-tube today and try and place it below the tumors in/near the intestine, that way she can get some nutrition.
Alisa doesn't remember this, but when they first talked to us about giving her the pain pump, she was kind of against it. She said it felt like a permanent solution to a temporary problem (my words not hers). I was totally for it, anything to help reduce the pain. Now the roles are reversed. I don't love the idea of the J-tube, it seems...too close to despair. Alisa is for it, anything to reduce the vomiting and discomfort. I am sure it will be a good thing, and nothing that can't be removed when she is all better...
Thanks for the update. I hope she gets feeling better soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks for keeping us informed Josh. We're praying she'll feel better and you guys can go home soon.
ReplyDeleteJosh your great! The J-tube is actually a good resource to have. We were not so sure about it at first when they wanted Trent on it, It really was the best thing we did for him, it allows feeds to go directly to the stomach and reduces any reflux etc. This is tough stuff and the both of you can and do hard things. Prayers continue to all of you.
ReplyDeleteJosh, the j tube will be a lot less stress. Having that feeding tube replaced as many times as she has had, is very traumatic. This won't be traumatic. And can always be removed later. Just like the drain to her chest.
ReplyDeleteI hope she gets feeling better soon. I'm sorry you guys have to be in the hospital so much.
ReplyDeleteJosh, thanks for the update. Please post when will Alisa has scans to see in treatment is working?
ReplyDeleteThanks for the updates. I was hoping no news was good news. Always praying for you guys!
ReplyDeleteJosh, it must be awful to have to rehash it all again for us on this blog, but we really appreciate the updates. We are thinking about you all constantly. Thanks again.
ReplyDeleteJosh, you are a marvel and there are no words to describe Alisa.
ReplyDeleteJosh, it seems nothing I could say would really portray how I feel about your family. We love you guys. Alisa is so lucky to have you. Your strength, I am certain, has helped buoy her. I hope you know how many prayers are being said in your behalf. My heart is sad that my dear Alisa is still feeling so yucky. We constantly pray that she will have some relief from the nausea and feel strong enough to come home. Thank you for updating us. We remain your ever loyal cheerleaders for Team Linton.
ReplyDeleteThank you for keeping us informed. You guys are continuously in my prayers. I admire your strength...both of you.
ReplyDeleteJosh, I am so grateful for you taking the time to update us on everything. I hope that the tube helps and that getting some nutrition will help Alisa feel a little better. Love you guys and are praying for you daily!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about the intestinal tumors. Sounds like the "J-tube" will bypass that. Hope she can be well fed soon.
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