Marius and heart murmur

[wolflady]

Thanks Gini! I'm so worried.

**hugs**
Karen

[AmberLee]

Originally posted by wolflady
... Should I discontinue his food and H2O after 8pm tonight, just to be on the safe side?

Didn't the vet give instructions for him? Why not give a call to ease your mind? Your plans makes sense to me, but maybe the vet has different requirements.

You and Aaron and the chug are in my prayers, you know. The procedure should go smoothly based on all the prayers and crossed paws of Pet Talk.

{{{gentle hugs, dear}}}

[wolflady]

Thanks AmberLee. I'll probably call the doctor tonight just to make sure on the food and water. I know that some animals are docile enough to hold still for ultrasounds and stuff, but cats usually don't

I will let you all know what happens tomorrow. Thanks again everyone for the support. I hope a little PT miracle can happen for my Marius!
**hugs**
Karen

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by wolflady

I'll probably call the doctor tonight
just to make sure on the food and water.

I hope a little PT miracle can happen for my Marius!

We do Miracles here pretty often!

As for Fasting him (no food or water) from now on -
that can't *hurt* if you don't reach the Vet.

That way if Marius puts up a *Phuss* -
they can sedate him without worry or asking you to come back another day.

*PT Prayers* offered for Marius!!

[wolflady]

Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke


*PT Prayers* offered for Marius!!

Thank you so much!
**hugs**
Karen

[slick]

More coming from me, Max and Speckles. Miracles DO happen.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Karen, More prayers and positive thoughts are being sent your way. When my RB Pepper went in for an ultrasound he was so good that they didn't need to sedate him but this was probably because he was so sick.
I'll be thinking about Marius tomorrow. Hopefully you'll be able to post some good news about him. Take care.

[Killearn Kitties]

I'll be thinking positive thoughts for Marius today. Hope all goes well.

[wolflady]

Thank you everyone. Marius sends headbumpies to all of you. I spoke with the doctor last night and he said not to worry about feeding because they'll most likely not sedate him due to the fact that it affects the heartbeat.

Aaron will be taking him in at 10am...will keep you posted!

**worried**
Karen

[lbaker]

Good luck today Karen (and Marius) I do know how very very special Marius is to you and know, too.. you probably had a rough night. Just now read this thread (still getting caught up after returning from West Coast) but will keep an eye out later for your next report. Trust in the powers of PT'ers strength and support.
Laurie

[wolflady]

Thanks Laurie!

I just called the vet's office at 10:30 and asked if Marius was still there, and they told me that he had already gone home, so right away I called home and Aaron had just walked in.

He said that Marius was a pretty good kitty for the ultrasound. Basically 1 lining of his heart is a little thicker than normal. Aaron also was trying to describe to me (bless his little heart) about these "thumb-like" structures that push blood through the valves(??). One of those was a little larger than the other. So, the combo of these little things add up to the heart murmur. Basically we just need to monitor it because there's not really anything we can do at this point, which is a good thing I hope. We have to re-check in 6 months, so hopefully it won't get any worse!

Please keep Marius in your prayers as we monitor this thing, and pray that it doesn't get worse to the point of requiring treatment.

Thanks for all of your positive thoughts during this stressful time.

Many **hugs**
Karen

Marius sends purrs and headbumpies to you all =^..^=

[gini]

Karen, actually I take all of this as excellent news.

It is difficult to tell how long Marius has had this condition isn't it?

We will all pray that he will continue to be the sweet love of your life for a long time!

Hugs from Gini and the orange gang................

[Killearn Kitties]

Hugs to Marius! This all sounds quite hopeful. We'll still be thinking of you while you keep your eyes peeled over the next six months!

[jenluckenbach]

I think it sounds like something to watch but not worry over........So don't worry!
We love you Marius.

[catcrazylady]

I don't come over here and check health like I should! I'm so sorry to hear about Marius but I'm also glad that it doesn't really bad at the moment. PT prayers have worked so many miracles and I'm sure they will help Marius. Please add me to the list that are sending prayers your way!