[Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs
I have been posting here about a positive kitten I found but now need help with my 13 year old cat. In summary, can anyone direct me to a website discussion group on topic realted to fluid in lungs to help me Details are:I took her to the vet today b/c she had a discharge from her eye wasn't eating too much. Since I had just had two other cats treated for upper respiratory infection I thought she had it now. The vet said no fever, heart sounded ok and since bloodworkwas done 11 months ago I agreed to bloodwork. She suggested chest x ray but didn't indicate reason other than part of complete workup. When they went to draw blood she stopped and said my cat was turning blue. So she said instead first do an x ray. x ray showed fluid in lungs with only small portion clear. She said could be cancer, fip, heart problems but needed more diagnostics. She does not have ultrasound so after a try to get sample with needle stopped to not distress cat. She suggested euthanizing cat right there.Since I had not noticed panting or heavy breathing, other than what i thought was cold related last day(no panting) just congestion, I could not bring myself to put her to sleep. Cat had recovered and was not blue.So she gave her a shot of lasix antiobiotics. When I got my cat home she ate, drink and has urinated twice in last 3 hours. She doesn't seem in distress no panting but vet said she is breathing from stomach.I need guidance about symptoms and treatment/diagnosis course i should now take. And whether lasix alone will remove fluid.___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs
Kitty needs to be properly diagnosed. Both of my babies have lymphoma. One was diagnosed with X-ray, ultrasound and fine needle aspirate and the other with X-ray and fine needle aspirate. They both receive chemo (Fuji for 20 months now). Both cats are relatively healthy considering their circumstances and lead happy, normal lives despite frequent visits to the vet. I just wanted you to see that cancer is easy enough to diagnose and is very treatable, possibly extending your kitty's life! Good look with your follow-up! Maybe try a different vet if possible. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 4, 2012, at 7:23 AM, dppl dppl dppl1...@yahoo.com wrote: I have been posting here about a positive kitten I found but now need help with my 13 year old cat. In summary, can anyone direct me to a website discussion group on topic realted to fluid in lungs to help me Details are:I took her to the vet today b/c she had a discharge from her eye wasn't eating too much. Since I had just had two other cats treated for upper respiratory infection I thought she had it now. The vet said no fever, heart sounded ok and since bloodworkwas done 11 months ago I agreed to bloodwork. She suggested chest x ray but didn't indicate reason other than part of complete workup. When they went to draw blood she stopped and said my cat was turning blue. So she said instead first do an x ray. x ray showed fluid in lungs with only small portion clear. She said could be cancer, fip, heart problems but needed more diagnostics. She does not have ultrasound so after a try to get sample with needle stopped to not distress cat. She suggested euthanizing cat right there.Since I had not noticed panting or heavy breathing, other than what i thought was cold related last day(no panting) just congestion, I could not bring myself to put her to sleep. Cat had recovered and was not blue.So she gave her a shot of lasix antiobiotics. When I got my cat home she ate, drink and has urinated twice in last 3 hours. She doesn't seem in distress no panting but vet said she is breathing from stomach.I need guidance about symptoms and treatment/diagnosis course i should now take. And whether lasix alone will remove fluid. ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs
Melinda, thanks for taking the time to respond so quickly. My fear is, if this vet didn't want to draw blood since she said cat's gums started turning blue, how will she endure further testing? How much stress should I put her through? She was born to a feral cat, I have had her over 13 years she is tame for me, but freaks out when i try to put her in carrier .___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs
Talk to a holist vet (MHO). Kitty and Dixie, feral similar to yours, did wonderfully with the care of both a holistic vet and a regular vet. I know, I am blessed to have both and they respect each other. Also, if possible, find another regular vet. Killing a cat without symptoms and true pain (not discomfort) is beyond me. I have dealt with ferals a really long time. In fact, every cat who has moved into my home or chosen to live where I can provide some comforts (food, outdoor shelter) has been feral. They are the smartest of the smart (again MHO) and will let you know exactly what they want. On Mar 3, 2012, at 5:09 PM, dppl dppl wrote: Melinda, thanks for taking the time to respond so quickly. My fear is, if this vet didn't want to draw blood since she said cat's gums started turning blue, how will she endure further testing? How much stress should I put her through? She was born to a feral cat, I have had her over 13 years she is tame for me, but freaks out when i try to put her in carrier . ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs
My vet is and his assistant have become expert in dealing with feral cats by using towels/blankets to wrap and rewrap as needed for examinations. I have also learned this in dealing with feral cats. You could also get some Bach Flower Remedy - RESCUE, use it in the cat's water, you can put it onto the cat's gums, or even on the skin inside the ear or on the forehead..every little bit helps. Use some Feliway spray inside the carrier (one spray of it about one hour before using the carrier (it's quite potent) - all that should calm the cat. From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2012 6:19 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs Talk to a holist vet (MHO). Kitty and Dixie, feral similar to yours, did wonderfully with the care of both a holistic vet and a regular vet. I know, I am blessed to have both and they respect each other. Also, if possible, find another regular vet. Killing a cat without symptoms and true pain (not discomfort) is beyond me. I have dealt with ferals a really long time. In fact, every cat who has moved into my home or chosen to live where I can provide some comforts (food, outdoor shelter) has been feral. They are the smartest of the smart (again MHO) and will let you know exactly what they want. On Mar 3, 2012, at 5:09 PM, dppl dppl wrote: Melinda, thanks for taking the time to respond so quickly. My fear is, if this vet didn't want to draw blood since she said cat's gums started turning blue, how will she endure further testing? How much stress should I put her through? She was born to a feral cat, I have had her over 13 years she is tame for me, but freaks out when i try to put her in carrier . ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs
And maybe some spray catnip concentrate On Mar 3, 2012, at 5:47 PM, GRAS wrote: My vet is and his assistant have become expert in dealing with feral cats by using towels/blankets to wrap and rewrap as needed for examinations. I have also learned this in dealing with feral cats. You could also get some Bach Flower Remedy – RESCUE, use it in the cat‘s water, you can put it onto the cat’s gums, or even on the skin inside the ear or on the forehead….every little bit helps. Use some Feliway spray inside the carrier (one spray of it about one hour before using the carrier (it’s quite potent) – all that should calm the cat. From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org ] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2012 6:19 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs Talk to a holist vet (MHO). Kitty and Dixie, feral similar to yours, did wonderfully with the care of both a holistic vet and a regular vet. I know, I am blessed to have both and they respect each other. Also, if possible, find another regular vet. Killing a cat without symptoms and true pain (not discomfort) is beyond me. I have dealt with ferals a really long time. In fact, every cat who has moved into my home or chosen to live where I can provide some comforts (food, outdoor shelter) has been feral. They are the smartest of the smart (again MHO) and will let you know exactly what they want. On Mar 3, 2012, at 5:09 PM, dppl dppl wrote: Melinda, thanks for taking the time to respond so quickly. My fear is, if this vet didn't want to draw blood since she said cat's gums started turning blue, how will she endure further testing? How much stress should I put her through? She was born to a feral cat, I have had her over 13 years she is tame for me, but freaks out when i try to put her in carrier . ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
Re: [Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs
Better test it out before going to the vet since every cat responds differently to catnip, some get mellow, happy, and others might get very agitated and even aggressive.. From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2012 7:25 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs And maybe some spray catnip concentrate On Mar 3, 2012, at 5:47 PM, GRAS wrote: My vet is and his assistant have become expert in dealing with feral cats by using towels/blankets to wrap and rewrap as needed for examinations. I have also learned this in dealing with feral cats. You could also get some Bach Flower Remedy - RESCUE, use it in the cat's water, you can put it onto the cat's gums, or even on the skin inside the ear or on the forehead..every little bit helps. Use some Feliway spray inside the carrier (one spray of it about one hour before using the carrier (it's quite potent) - all that should calm the cat. From: felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org [mailto:felvtalk-boun...@felineleukemia.org] On Behalf Of MaiMaiPG Sent: Saturday, March 03, 2012 6:19 PM To: felvtalk@felineleukemia.org Subject: Re: [Felvtalk] Off topic but if anyone can help with info? fluid in lungs Talk to a holist vet (MHO). Kitty and Dixie, feral similar to yours, did wonderfully with the care of both a holistic vet and a regular vet. I know, I am blessed to have both and they respect each other. Also, if possible, find another regular vet. Killing a cat without symptoms and true pain (not discomfort) is beyond me. I have dealt with ferals a really long time. In fact, every cat who has moved into my home or chosen to live where I can provide some comforts (food, outdoor shelter) has been feral. They are the smartest of the smart (again MHO) and will let you know exactly what they want. On Mar 3, 2012, at 5:09 PM, dppl dppl wrote: Melinda, thanks for taking the time to respond so quickly. My fear is, if this vet didn't want to draw blood since she said cat's gums started turning blue, how will she endure further testing? How much stress should I put her through? She was born to a feral cat, I have had her over 13 years she is tame for me, but freaks out when i try to put her in carrier . ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org ___ Felvtalk mailing list Felvtalk@felineleukemia.org http://felineleukemia.org/mailman/listinfo/felvtalk_felineleukemia.org
