Cathy went to Parkview North hospital at 3 am this morning. She was vomiting blood. They opted to have an endoscopy. Due to the risky nature of the procedure for someone in Cathy's condition, Dr. Dempsey asked for the family to be present.
Cathy made it through the endoscopy which revealed a big blood clot in her stomach. It also showed several esophageal varices and an ulcer with a small blood clot on it. There was also some fresh blood in her small intestine.
Currently they are giving her 2 meds to control the abdominal bleeding and one medication to help keep her blood pressure up.
Tomorrow the doctor will perform the same procedure with the support of an operating room and full anesthesia. He will try to see if he can stop the bleeding.
In the morning, we will find out what time that is scheduled. I will try to have a timely update.
Please keep Cathy, Mike and the family in your prayers along with the medical staff.
Gratefully,
Lori
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