Hi Donna,
This is Doug's wife and yes, as you know, he did have a leak. Doug's leak was caused by the drain being too close to the healing site on the stomach, however, when trying to heal from the leak (before they figured out the drain problem) he could have NOTHING by mouth...that is the ONLY way they said the leak could be healed....he could only have the intravenous feedings. No ice, no water, NOTHING and that went on for about six weeks or so. The area has to be dry in order to close up and heal. I'm surprised David is being allowed to consume anything by mouth. I would question the doctor about this and get a thourough answer to what they are doing that way. Good luck. Barb E.