Out of control

The night went smoothly. We both slept, though I had to get the NG running every now and again. It hasn't put out much since last night, which is encouraging. Some of the belly pain has persisted, but it's gotten better.

McGreeky came in and said he had been expecting to operate on Dan today. Then, he looked at the x-ray from last night and was pleasantly surprised. The bowels are slightly distended, but there is air in the colon, which means things are still getting through. My favorite part of the conversation: McGreeky asked if Dan was passing gas, and Dan answered by doing so in his presence. Ha. (Hospital humor). At this point, the surgeon still doesn't think surgery is necessary. Though, he has warned us that if another trial of NG suction doesn't resolve the obstruction, surgery will be warranted.

Dan is currently giving himself contrast through the NG in preparation for the CT. So long as the CT shows improvement, we wait. Otherwise, this may be a bigger weekend than we would like. Also, the gastroenterologist is coming in eventually (possibly after the CT) to throw his advice in. We're not expecting anything different from the new doctor, but I suppose it won't hurt matters.

This will be another two-update day, though I am hoping the next update is nothing more than "things are looking better." We are definitely not in control of the situation, though God is.

Prayer Requests:
* Complete resolution of bowel obstruction without the need for surgery
* Encouraging news on the CT scan
* Wisdom for the doctors (McGreeky and GI guy)
* Bowel movements and passing of gas (such a weird thing to pray for, I know)
* Disappearance of belly pain
* Ability for Dan and I to celebrate Easter at home
* Peace and confidence in God's control