2nd Day After Surgery

Good evening, church family.  This is Kelly.  Today is the second day after Chad's surgery.  Although it started out a little rough, it's ending much better.  Chad experienced some headaches and nausea today, most likely from the lumbar drain, so he spent most of the day laying flat and trying to rest.  His surgeon was pleased with his progress this morning, as his vitals and sodium levels continue to remain stable.  He decided to clamp the drain for several hours in an attempt to provide Chad with some relief from the headaches and nausea.  He also ordered another MRI and CT scan to confirm that the patch was still holding and everything still looked good, so that he could leave the drain clamped for a period of time and potentially slow or end the drain process moving forward.  He is encouraged that there's been no sign of fluid leaking from Chad's nose since the surgery.  Late afternoon and early evening, he finally felt good enough to sit up, drink and eat a little, and watch a little college football.  We are so thankful for his improvement and the positive reports!  Please pray for him to sleep well tonight and for his continued improvement, healing, and recovery!  God is so good, and we are so grateful!  Thank you for your prayers, texts, calls, visits, care, and love for Chad and our family!