Melissa had surgery Monday. It was about 2 1/2 hours long. They found a tiny hole where she had surgery last time. They stitched it closed but did give her back the illiostomy. They feel that she needs to heal before putting pressure back on that part of the bowel. They will wait 6 to 9 months before they reconnect her. They also did something new during surgery. They gave her an epidural which will stay for up to 5 days. This will help the amount of pain meds she has to take. She hasn't got up to walk yet but probably will soon. They are giving her two units of blood. She is also running a high fever.

Although these things are expected they are still worrisome. Please continue to pray for healing and that the Lord guide the doctors.