Hi. Does anyone have any experience with blood transfusions for sick kitties? Two vets now have basically told me that's about the only recourse I have left for trying to turn Slinky around. He seems to be doing a BIT better right now...I took him in and got some Sub-Q fluids (though I haven't started them yet), but I think being outside probably got his fever down a bit. I also gave him some vitamin C, L-Lysine, Hi-Vite, and his 2 abx. He sees a bit more energetic and actually left my bedroom for the first time in days! But the vet says his gums look like he basically has no blood (low red cell count). I have no idea if I can even afford it, but I'm going to do some research into costs and payment plan options tomorrow. He's still eating, grooming, etc. so I think he wants to fight...and I told him I'd keep fighting 'till he tells me to stop. Anyway, was just wondering if anyone had any experience with transfusions. Do you think it's worthwhile? Is it horribly invasive or traumatic? Is it something that has to be repeated periodically or...? Any info or advice would be most appreciated. Thanks! Love and hugs to everyone's fur kids! MJ
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