Re: Brooklyn's vet visit

[Dudes]

That sounds reasonable to me.  But in vomiting/diarrhea, there can be electrolyte imbalance from dehydration, sometimes it is a symptom of UTI, both of which need to be corrected right away.  Because no mention of dehydration was made, then bloodwork might not have been indicated per the vet's discretion.  But then again, I don't think it's out of the question.   I personally asked specifically for it with Cotton, and my reason was to get a baseline.  That way if there is a trend (red blood count getting lower and lower, for example) then it is easy to compare, and treat early, as opposed to waiting for a crisis which might be life threatening.  A preventative measure, if you will.    I know not everyone would do what I do, but I just wanted to throw it out there, and see what everyone says.  I in no way feel qualified to give advice, just want to discuss, ok? Sandy       ----- Original Message ----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Sent: Saturday, November 26, 2005 2:54 PM Subject: Re: Brooklyn's vet visit In a message dated 11/26/05 2:39:24 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: And finally, I'm wondering if some bloodwork might have been in order, definitely a cbc, and a basic metabolic to see how his kidneys/liver function is, because nausea and vomiting can be symptoms of kidney or liver problems.  I think until the obvious causes of the GI upset (parasites, bacterial infection, perhaps the change in Brooklyn's diet), are ruled out, there's no need to get into all the bloodwork/chemistry. Prior to neuter, OR if the GI problems are not resolved, then I'd have bloodwork done. But for now, I wouldn't start worrying about things like liver/kidney disease. Again, JMHO, Patti