Evening ladied and gents, I went and had another swallow test today and the results show that the leak has reduced in size from that of a 50p piece (original) to a hairs thickness. However I have not been admitted into hospital to be started off on sips of water, I was sent home and advised that I would get a call back on Friday regarding things as the consultant I saw needs to speak to the rest of team to determine what would be the next best step. I did express yet again my dissatisfaction at being told or prommised one thing and having another happen. I got a half decent explanation that I am happy with.
Basically because the leak is now so small they envisage it will seal itself within the next 14 days because compared to two weeks ago it was almost 15x smaller. They dont think it would be in my best interest at this stage to glue and clip the site as the endoscope could make the hole larger. Alternatively as what happened with the stent experiment I could end up very ill again, and i really dont want that. So I have agreed to carry on with the NJ feed until Friday and wait for the call and discuss the next steps.
I have also been given the all clear from the hospital to return back to work. This afternoon I had a lengthy face to face conversation with management at my work and its official, I start back tomorrow. Because of everything thats gone on, Im on a phased return to work and allowed to work 10am - 12 noon for the remainder of the week until I get the prommised phone call from the hospital on Friday. They will look to increase my hours from next week. Im very relieved as what I shall earn in the 2 hours I am at work superceeds the daily rate for Statutory sick pay that I receive at the moment. Another bonus, not only in the recent pay review was I awarded a 5% increase but because I have met all my targets for the past year and had no unauthorised sickness, I also get my annual bonus. out of a possible £500, I get the full amount (subject to tax of course) which has put the icing on the cake for me today as it means not only am I a few steps away from not leaking anymore, but I can now financially scrape through the next 2 months and wont have to loose my home
Ok, Im a little deflated that Im still not drinking but Ive made other progress
The reception I received when I returned to work was overwhelming. Ive never had so many hugs in my life, and alot of people did not recognise me. The comments and words of encouragement almost had me in tears.
Went and brought work clothes on my way home, im now down to a size 16 shirt from a 30. Trouser wise Im now down to an 18 from a 32. What a feel good factor day today has been
Would have been better with a drink to celebrate though
