Friday, March 19, 2010

Pulmonary Embolism

Last night just when we arrived at the hospital to visit Dad, Mom was rushing out to get the nurse because Dad was in a cold sweat and his arm was swollen.

They ordered a CT scan and I called Mike to come give him a blessing. Mike arrived soon thereafter and was able to help Dad feel a lot better after the blessing.

The CT scan showed that he has a pulmonary embolism, meaning that blood clot has moved to his lungs.

They did an EKG and are monitoring his heart.

Prayers are needed!

Thanks and I'll update when I know more.

8 comments:

  1. Eric & Alisha MorrisMarch 19, 2010 at 10:00 PM

    You are in our thoughts and prayers constantly. We wish we could be there with you. We are so blessed and grateful that we have been able to spend time with and to get to know such an amazing and wonderful family. We wish you a speedy recovery and can't wait to hang out with you in the Canadian Rockies again!

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  2. Diana,
    Just got caught up on your blog. My heart ache's for what your family is going through, but you have such a strong family with such faith. Your family truely is an inspiration and great example of how important families are. How lucky your dad is to have all of you by his side every step of the way! I will continue keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.

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  3. Diana and family,
    Thank you so much for keeping us updated on Earl. Please tell him that I check on him daily. He is such a good friend and I love him dearly!
    Sheila

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  4. JOY & SCOTTY GERTONMarch 20, 2010 at 8:56 AM

    Hi Diana,

    I just found your facebook page and please let your mom and dad know Scotty and I have been thinking about them since we saw you at LDS hospital. Please let Earl know my prayers are with him. I miss his wonderful bear hugs!!! I will keep your family in our prayers.
    Love Joy and Scotty

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  5. We will continue to keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Please give Ate Susan (your mom) a big hug and please tell her that we are thinking and praying for her that she will continue to be strong as she care for your dad. May God Bless each one of you with the strenght to Endure this trial. Please give Kuya Earl our love and let him know that he is love and thought of. Hang in there. God bless and take care.
    Rossana & family

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  6. Continuing to pray from Las Vegas and names are on prayer roll. Hang in there...you never, ever know when great news is around the corner. It could be today! Keep it up...

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  7. We are praying for you! We Love you guys!

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  8. Nan, my heart breaks every time I visit this blog to catch up on things. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine what you all are going through. But I know you have a strong support system and your faith in God will help keep you strong. I wish I could give you a give hug right now! Hang in there. LOVE YA! xoxo

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