Doctors made the decision to remove Mama's epidural and IV pain pump today and switched her to oral meds. Unfortunately, the transition has not gone well and pain has been a big part of her day. She wasn't able to keep down any food or drinks. Each time she would eat or drink, she would got sick to her stomach and had a lot of pain in just minutes.
She has continued to get up and go for walks and sit up in a chair trying to get better and stronger. Her determination is amazing.
We are blessed to have Ernie for her evening nurse again. He really went to bat for her to expedite getting to the bottom of the problem. Mama went for X-rays this evening so the doctor could see what is going on. They found a blockage that will be dealt with in the morning. This is better than some of their other thoughts of what it could be. For now she has been told no food or drink by mouth. We appreciate your prayers regarding this problem causing her so much discomfort and pain.
A day full of pain and tears has really worn on Mama's nerves. She told me this evening, that she keeps thinking of scripture that says His mercies are new every morning. So she is looking forward to tomorrow and planning to have a better day.
At this moment, her pain and nausea are under control. She didn't get any rest today, so we are praying that her pain and nausea remain under control and she gets the sleep she so desperately needs tonight.
Thank you for your continued prayers and words of encouragement. We are so blessed.
With love,
Carmen & family
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