My husband had a thorascopic wash out 8 weeks ago after He suffered an oesophagul tear and aspirated.. he had two lung drains . One was removed 1 week after surgery the othe removed 5 weeks after surgery.He also caught cdif whilst in hospital. He has now been at home for 3 weeks. He has a lot of discomfort in his abdomen especially when he eats or drinks his abdomen becomes very bloated . is this normal How long will it take to fully recover. he has no temperature.
HI. Thanks for your query and an elucidated history. Esophageal ear with the complications and sequel your husband had will have a varies course, meaning what will happen next is not possible to judge. In addition, he got cliff, this is again very difficult to control as due to the previous problems the body-resistance of a patient is reduced a lot. Proper HY Chat Doctor. I am sure he is on the correct antibiotics, metronidazole and probiotics. Avoid all the foods which can cause bloating. The stress and anxiety can cause bloating. He should move around in house a lot as mild exercise helps