Yes, non-regenerative is the bad kind of anemia. Regenerative means that his
red blood cells still have the capability to regenerate, which is what he needs
to survive. I would put my money on the doxy. So happy to hear that he's got
his meds and has the better of the two types of anemia. Please keep us posted
on sweet Buzz!
:)
Wendy
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change
the world - indeed it is the only thing that ever has!" ~~~ Margaret Meade
~~~
----- Original Message ----
From: Sue & Frank Koren <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org
Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 6:21:27 PM
Subject: [Felvtalk] Buzz anemia update
Hello everyone -
Today I got doxycycline from the vet. It came in 50mg capsules which I have
to open up and divide in two. I mix half with water and give it to Buzzy
in a
syringe. Half a capsule every 12 hours. Tomorrow he goes for some kind of
protein test and possibly set him up with a specialist for a transfusion.
When I questioned the vet she said his anemia is not the non-regenerative
kind. Doesn't that mean there is more hope? He is still eating fairly
well. I have cooked him chicken, and I am mixing some vitamins in with
tuna. I feed him a little bit as often as I can; he seems to eat more that
way. In a little while I will take him out on the deck to sit in my lap for
a while. He loves smelling the fresh air.
I hope this message goes through to the list, this is my fourth try.
Thanks for all the help, more suggestions are still appreciated.
Sue
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