And further progress...

Very happily for Marty's comfort and mobility, the Foley catheter was removed yesterday. And, he took the bus on his own to the doctor's office, which is evidence of his steadily increasing stamina.

Although he still can't lift any more than very minimal weight due to his impressive incision, he was able to drive me to grocery shopping this late afternoon. I am taking this opportunity for bone density weight bearing activities via groceries. If he can drive, I can schlepp.

Marty has far less intestinal discomfort than he did previous to surgery, for the obvious reason that a huge amount of scar tissue in the intestinal tract was removed. However, we have not overly challenged his system with very fibrous or dense foods (e.g. cabbage family, red meats, whole grains). We are going along carefully and gradually in dietary choices for him. Thus, his diet remains rather bland, low residue and light. Before surgery, even plain pasta potentially caused discomfort, as the scar tissue wound more tightly with even the most bland food. Now, at least he can dare baked potato (not the skins), salad, cooked vegetables, and fish, without serious consequences. He has far less cramping, no nausea, no vomiting, and less gurgling and rumbling. He can sleep through the night (as, thus, can I!) without incident. This is nearly miraculous after many years of disrupted sleep and awful discomfort.

Tomorrow, we will see his surgeon for a post-surgery discussion. Of course, I will report on any significant details!