First doctor's visit in Tulsa

Today we saw Dr. Genesen, an associate of Dr. Street. We liked him. It took 3 hours before we saw him, but. . .the office was nice enough.

Mom looks three months pregnant. Her weight is increasing, but she is skin & bones except for her abdomen. Dr. Genesen mentioned surgery almost as soon as he saw her. After examining her, he wanted a colonoscopy, to see if the mass is invading or constricting her colon. This procedure will be done in Tulsa, likely at the end of this week (Thursday? Friday?). The surgery will be scheduled early to mid next week, depending on when they can get OR time, at either St. Francis or St. John.

When they do surgery, they will make an incision from above her navel down to her pelvis. They will remove the mass, and have pathology test it immediately. A complete hysterectomy is almost certain, and they will check for invasiveness in the bladder, colon, lymph system. She will be in the hospital 2-3 days if the surgery is straightforward, 5-10 days if they find more complex problems.

They cannot biopsy this mass. They simply need to remove it. We are praying for expedited scheduling in everything. Please also pray for Mom's comfort and rest as we wait. Feeling poorly makes her more concerned about undergoing surgery; pray that her body is strong. Please also pray that she tolerates all medications well, including the anesthesia.