Re: new diagnosis (Sub-Q)

[Susan Hoffman]

As someone with a needle phobia let me assure you that Sub-Q is easy.  You can learn to do this yourself.  Don't worry about the size of the needle (18 gauge).  The purpose of the large needle is so that the fluids flow in quickly.  With a small needle it is actually more stressful for the cat and for you since you have to keep the cat relatively still while the fluids go in.  I am eternally grateful to the person who showed me how to do this and gave me the stuff I needed.  It's saved a couple of cats' lives and saved me a lot of money in vet bills.  If I can do this, anyone can. 
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Hi Jen, you might consider having you vet show you how to give her Sub-Q fluids at home, this will save you quite a few vet visits for fever/fluids. You vet needs to show you and give you the supplies, but if you still need advise and reassurance, I have several website links on how to do it yourself. (I'll get those later tonight for you... I'll flag this message so I remember)

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