Great News! - Kia needs some good vibes - UPDATE post #62

[ramanth]

Found what could be best described as bloody phlegm in Kia's crate. :eek: She won't touch food or treats and is pretty mopey. :(

She's in to see the vet later today. Hoping it's just a scratched throat or upset tummy. Fingers crossed that it's NOT her lungs.

*update post #13
*update post #45
*update post #62

[Karen]

Awww, poor Kia! We'll be thinking of her!

[moosmom]

Good vibes and prayers comin your way from Connecticut!

[pitc9]

{{{HUGS}}} to you Kimmy and Kia!
Sending good thoughts to you both!

[jennielynn1970]

Good thoughts for you and Kia... big hugs too!

[Ginger's Mom]

Aw, poor Kia, more hugs and good thoughts coming from NJ.

[Cookiebaker]

{{HUGE HUGS}}} that sounds scary, and hopefully the vet can tell you exactly what is going on. The not-knowing is sometimes the hardest. Please keep us posted, and I'm going to haunt this thread until you come back. ;)

[Cinder & Smoke]

:(

Hi God ~

God, we need sum HELP at Kia's Howze ... she *hacked up* sum bloody goop this mornin -
Momma Kimmy is past worried ... White Coat Trip is scheduled for tuday.
Send her a {{{God'sHug}}}, O-Kay?

Kan You *hop* onna Silver Klowd an meet 'em atta Hoppsbittle?
Please bring Your Big Book fur reference.

We'll all be krossin Pawz & Klwaz till we hear tings are unner control.

THANKS, God!
/s/ the Prayer Pups

[Cincy'sMom]

Lots of good thoughts coming your way.

[wolf_Q]

I'm thinking of Kia, I hope its nothing serious!

[k9krazee]

Kia, we are thinking of you! Hope it's nothing serious. (((hugs))

[caseysmom]

Hope its nothing serious Kia will be in my thoughts.

[ramanth]

Well, I wish I had better news.

Dr. Kuschel looked at the sample I brought under the microscope and discerned that the mucus came from her nose.

She took a look at Kia's nose (something Kia did not like :o ) and confirmed that the left nasal passage is irritated.

She's real concerned with the amount of blood Kia sneezed out.

Dr. Kuschel mentioned the possibility of cancer. She did not want to take this lightly and recommended I have the sample sent to MSU for a cytology report. They will be able to tell if there is bacteria, or infection, or abnormal cells.

They also drew blood for a full panel to check Kia's kidneys and other organs.

Her appetite has not been great this winter and she's been sneezing quite a bit.

The blood test results will be ready tomorrow morning. The cytology report will be back in 7-10 days.

Just a waiting game at this point. Dr. Kuschel said to keep my chin up and try not to worry. Easier said than done. ;)

[4 Dog Mother]

Thinking and praying for Kia and you and Andy!

[chocolatepuppy]

Prayers headed out for Kia.

[lizbud]

Does the Dr say it's an infection? Could it be just a broken bloodvessel?

We 'll pray for a good test outcome for Kia. I'm sorry she's feeling punky. :(

[ramanth]

Does the Dr say it's an infection? Could it be just a broken bloodvessel?
They don't have the resources to check for an infection there at the office, which is why they sent the sample to MSU.

She looked up her nose and didn't mention a broken bloodvessel. I think she would if she saw something to that effect.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Well, I wish I had better news.



The blood test results will be ready tomorrow morning.
The cytology report will be back in 7-10 days.


Just a waiting game at this point.
Dr. Kuschel said to keep my chin up and try not to worry.
Easier said than done. ;)

Well, it's not bad news - so there's a lot of room for hope & optimism. ;)

We'll keep the Prayers flowing upward; You try to follow Doc's orders and keep
your spirits up - that will help Kia to feel better, too.

I'll have the Prayer Pups add Kia to the Prayer Card under the candles.

{{{HUGS}}}

[lizbud]

They don't have the resources to check for an infection there at the office, which is why they sent the sample to MSU.


My Vet doesn't either but, I think he/she guesses after taking their temp.

I hope you hear good news ASAP. It's hard not to worry.

[Daisy and Delilah]

I'm sending some thoughts and prayers out for all of you right away. Please feel better Kia!! :(

[k9krazee]

Prayers on the way for my favorite Kia!
Keep us updated, Kimmy.

[Taz_Zoee]

Thinking of you and Kia here in Cali.

[robinh]

Prayers headed your way from me and mine!

Robin

[RobiLee]

Good vibes and prayers are on the way for Kia and family!! We are waiting right along with you. I hate the waiting game!

{{{HUGS}}}

[wolf_Q]

I'll be thinking of you and Kia, I hope you receive good news with the further tests.

[CountryWolf07]

Good thoughts & prayers sending out to Kia & you!

[ramanth]

Thanks guys. Came home from work to find more bloody snot in the crate and on Kia. :( Poor girl.

She didn't really want to eat. I coaxed her and then she slowly picked at with Chipper hovering over her. He finished it off. :rolleyes:

[caseysmom]

I have never heard of anything like this, I sure hope its nothing serious. How old is Kia? I wonder if it could be some type of kennel cough? Has she coughed at all?

[ramanth]

She'll be 10 in June. She hasn't coughed at all. It's so bizarre.

[caseysmom]

I have never heard of any type of cancer that would have this as a symptom, I sure hope she just has a virus or something that isn't serious.

[ramanth]

I think this is what my vet is thinking of:

http://www.vin.com/VINDBPub/SearchPB/Proceedings/PR05000/PR00392.htm

http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/clientED/nasal.aspx


If the discharge contains blood, then fungal infection or cancer are most likely to be present. An exception to this rule is that violent sneezing from any cause can cause temporary bleeding from the nose. But if bleeding is NOT caused by sneezing, then fungal infection or cancer are the most likely causes. Nasal bleeding can be part of a body-wide bleeding problem in which case bleeding or bruising are seen in locations in addition to the nose.

[caseysmom]

Thats scary stuff, its sometimes not a good idea to read those things while waiting, you can make yourself sick. Big hugs to you and please try to relax.

[ramanth]

Very true. But I'm pretty calm. I just wanted to answer your question. :)

[caseysmom]

Very true. But I'm pretty calm. I just wanted to answer your question. :)
Thank you for that I really have never heard of anything like this. Sending good vibes to Kia.

[Fett]

Kia does have a habit of smashing her snout against the ground when she sneezes. (which is multiple smashes with each sneezing fit --- usually brought on in the middle of wrestling with Chipper) Maybe she just broke something open in there?

I hope she gets better and can't wait to see her tomorrow. :D

[cyber-sibes]

Adding our prayers for Kia. And sending (((hugs))) to you & Andy & the pups. :)

[dukedogsmom]

I am so sorry. And I know about the waiting game. It's not fun. This does sound serious but I surely hope it's not. Sugar just had something similar and it was benign so let's hope for the best. Kia, please eat! We're worried about you.

[shais_mom]

big hugs and prayers on the way!

[pitc9]

I want you to know that Kia is in my thoughts and prayers.
As are you both and your crew.

What did the vet say when you told them about her smashing her nose into the floor when she sneezes? (what Andy posted about)

{{{HUGS}}}}

[cloverfdx]

Oh Kimmy i am sorry to hear poor Kia is not feeling well :(. Keeping you, Kia and Andy in my thoughts and sending {{Hugs}} your way.

[Ginger's Mom]

I was without a computer last night, and the first thing I checked on getting online was this thread. I am so sorry to hear that it is not better news. Prayers for an easy solution and recovery continuing. I didn't realize Kia was that old (not that it is old, I just expected you to say something like 6 when you said how old she was).

[Cookiebaker]

I'm so sorry that they didn't have better news for you. :( The waiting is always the hardest. Keeping all of you in our thoughts, and hopefully the days will go quickly.

[ramanth]

Thanks everyone. Vet hasn't called yet. Just waiting paitently. ;)


What did the vet say when you told them about her smashing her nose into the floor when she sneezes? (what Andy posted about)

Ironically, Kia had one of those sneezing fits (complete with bumping her nose against the floor) right in front of the vet. She said it's one of those cases where it looks worse than it is. If she was really smashing it hard, we'd see blood nearly everytime right away, but that isn't the case.

The blood I'm finding in her snot is coming from way back in her nasal cavity.

[Vela]

I sure hope it turns out to be nothing serious! Lots of hugs and prayers for you all. Kia you don't get to have anything bad!!!

[ramanth]

Kia's blood results (kidney, liver functions, blood glucose, and white blood cell count) came back normal. :)

Still waiting on Cytology.

[caseysmom]

Oh that is good news. Keeping Kia in my thoughts.

[Fett]

Stop feeling sick, little Ki. Get healthy again and have fun!

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y164/ramanth/Fur%20Kids/IMG_1905.jpg

[pitc9]

Glad to hear the blood work came back normal!

More {{hugs}} and prayers sent for you all!

[k9krazee]

Glad to hear the bloodwork is all normal. Here's hoping for more good news in the near future. You guys are still in our thoughts and prayers!

[loveallfurryfriends]

I just got back from out of town today, and saw this thread. I am so sorry that all of this is happening to poor Kia. I am very happy to hear that her bloodwork came back normal. I will absolutely be praying for you and Kia. Please give Kia a big bear hug for me, I will keep my fingers crossed for cytology results.

[mugsy]

Kia is in my thoughts and prayers! Come on girl! You can do it!

[cyber-sibes]

good news so far.... praying you get more good news. Maybe the blood is just from the dry winter air? Sometimes my nose gets that way in winter.

[Cookiebaker]

Yay for good results!!!! :D But, we're still waiting with you for the rest.....

[dukedogsmom]

Very glad to hear the bloodwork is normal. Fingers and paws crossed for Kia.

[AdoreMyDogs]

I'm so sorry Kia is having these issues. Poor girl :( This must be very scary, but I'm so glad you're remaning so positive! I'm sorry I didn't see this thread until just now, Kimmy and Andy. I will have Kia in my prayers that it's nothing serious and she gets back to her normal self soon.

[ChrisH]

Sorry I haven't replied before but I'm only just reading this now, and my heart was in my mouth until I got to some good news in post 45. So glad to hear the bloodwork came back normal.
Prayers, positive & healing thoughts on the way for your special Kia girl.

[ramanth]

Thanks everyone.

I noticed a lump on Kia's leg last night. I'm 99.9% sure it's just a fatty mass but I'll mention it to the vet when they contact me with the cytology results.

But geez...talk about kicking me when I'm down. :p

[k9krazee]

Still thinking of you and Kia. Waiting has gotta be the hardest part.

[4 Dog Mother]

You and Kia are still in my thoughts and prayers. Hope all comes out okay.

[K9karen]

I'm wringing my hands. Thankfully the blood work came out OK. And praying that the cystology report does the same.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent Kia's way. I sure hope that everything will check out fine. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[ramanth]

GREAT NEWS!!!!

No abnormal cells found so it's NOT cancer!!

It's noninfectious Sinusitis. Basically her seasonal allergies hit her nose a little harder this year. We simply have to up the dose of Benedryl.

YAY!

Thank you all SO much for your thoughts and prayers. PT prayers save the day again! :D

[ChrisH]

Yes!! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/CwmmawrJet/Smiles/banana.gif Fantastic news!! :D Absolutely made my day. :D

[pitc9]

WONDERFUL news Kimmy!!!!

[Cinder & Smoke]

HI, God!

Just a kall ta say THANKS - THANKS a BUNCH! ...
Did'Ja see the News? >>>




No abnormal cells found - so it's NOT cancer!!

It's noninfectious Sinusitis.
Basically her seasonal allergies hit her nose a little harder this year.
We simply have to up the dose of Benedryl.

This sure takes a LOAD offa lotta PTers ...
and otta ease up onna Prayers commin Your way, too.

THANKS Again, God!!
:)

/s/ the Prayer Pups

[dukedogsmom]

Woo hoo! I'm so happy. Isn't it wonderful to breathe that sigh of relief?

[loveallfurryfriends]

Absolutely Fantastic!

[Freedom]

YIPPEE!!!

[4 Dog Mother]

Wow, that is great news! I was so worried that it would be something worse.

[Jadapit]

WONDERFUL news! :)

[chocolatepuppy]

Yay! Great news! :D

[K9karen]

Thank You God, Thank You God, Thank You God. Sighs of relief, hugs and kisses coming your way!!!

[Cookiebaker]

That is AWESOME news!!!!! :D :cool: :D Now go get some good sound sleep, Kimmy!!! ;)

[RobiLee]

Wonderful News, Kimmy! I'm so happy to hear this.

{{{HUGS}}}

[mugsy]

WOOHOO!!! Excellent News!

[k9krazee]

Wooohoooo!!!!!!! :D :D

[cyber-sibes]

Great news! Hope sweet Kia gets over this quickly.

[Catty1]

YAAY Kia! A little more med and you will feel all better! Cheers to the very *relieved* mommy! :)

[caseysmom]

I am just seeing this, thank goodness. Give Kia a big hug from me.

[krazyaboutkatz]

This is wonderful news!!!:) I'm so glad she's going to be fine.:)

[anna_66]

Kim I just seen this recently and didn't have time to post, but I was keeping Kia in my thoughts. I'm glad to hear everything is alright:D Hugs to your blue eyed beauty!

[wolf_Q]

I've been following this thread and thinking of Kia, I just haven't had time to respond. I'm so happy to hear that its nothing serious and Kia will be ok!! :)

[Logan]

Kimmy, I couldn't be happier to see this news!!! :) :) I'm so glad Kia is ok. :D