Thanks, Kerry. She is feeling even better now, getting a bit rambunctious, and ate a few pieces of dry food and a little tiny piece of deli chicken on her own. I hope that means it's her mouth and the clindamycin (antibiotic) is working. Thank you all for your helpand support, I will definitely keep you posted. Michelle
In a message dated 5/7/05 5:15:11 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Dear Michelle I'm coming in late, and I'm very sorry to hear Ginger is not eating--I know how panic-inducing that is. If it's any consolation, she does sound in much better shape (her test results so far, fact she's playing) than Levi was when he stopped eating. With the little experience I have, I would venture that Ginger's mouth is the problem--if her mouth is very sore from inflamed gums and/or ulcers as Levi's turned out to be, then that would deter Ginger from eating. (I can't be sure because memory plays tricks, but the lip-licking thing rings bells re Levi--I seem to remember him doing that at his non-eating stage.) It's great that you managed to get food into Ginger. I really really hope and pray that continues. I hope also that some of the remedies already suggested help. I know how overwhelmed you must feel with so many recent painful memories and other of your furballs also needing medical help, not to mention your impending move--just remember even though we're not physically there, you have all of us thinking about you and sending you positive energy, Michelle--you are such a fantastic source of help, information and inspiration to everyone else on this list when the chips are down, believe me we are all rooting for you and yours in spades. I've found when I've been in that horrible catatonic/unable to cope place that it helps to make a list of what needs to be done along with a realistic timeframe for doing it. Somehow committing it to paper makes it seem more manageable. I've found it also helps just to make myself go out and do something completely different that I (normally enjoy) and that distracts me for a few hours--it relieves the stress and recharges the batteries for getting back into coping mode. Just my 2 cents worth. Sending a zillion prayers and positive healing thoughts for Ginger, and wishing you all the best for the Monday internist visit. When you have time let us know how Ginger does. --much love and many hugs, Kerry >>
