Elvis and all the critters in the Cheshirekatt household are sending Bassett head bumpies and good thoughts. We'll be waiting to hear some good news.
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Elvis and all the critters in the Cheshirekatt household are sending Bassett head bumpies and good thoughts. We'll be waiting to hear some good news.
I know what Bassett has.. I always have known what she has.. She has chylothorax. I know I've told you this before :confused: :confused:Quote:
Originally posted by marysmerrycats
maybe you could ask the vet for some info on her illness, or a name for it?
Bassett has spent the evening sleeping, so I'm glad for that. I want to keep her still. I'm pretty sure she'll need more fluid drained tomorrow :( I just hope she's not accumulating it AS fast anymore.
Thanks for the prayers - I will update you tomorrow!
I hope that everything goes okay for Bassett. Kitty prayers on the way.
I don't have any news yet. The vet is very concerned. She is going to draw out the fluid that's there, and do another blood panel. I may have to take Bassett for another ultrasound and a catscan, if I can afford it. I have no idea what a catscan would cost. I know the ultrasound was almost $300. The vet said that she thinks Bassett has a tumor or something, something that is growing inside her that is causing this very sudden and rapid fluid buildup. I'm just so scared..
{{{{{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}}}}} to you and Bassett. I'm thinking positive thoughts for you guys.
Oh Naomi I'm so sorry to hear the news. Prayers and head-bumpies on the way for all of you.
I'm so sorry that the two of you have to go through all this!! Many positive vibes being sent, please keep us updated.
((((( Hugs )))))
Still thinking of Bassett.
Naomi, I know this has to be very difficult for you ... there is nothing worse than not knowing and having to wait! Hugs and prayers to you and Bassett!
Hang in there, Naomi. You two have been through so much already - more good wishes being sent from over here.
Still no real news. I have to wait until tomorrow, when the results from the blood test and fluid tests are back. The vet is also rechecking the chyle (apparently she got ANOTHER 120cc today :( :( ), to make sure that is still clear.
It's strange. I was sitting waiting for the vet to call me, and for a few seconds it was like I would forget Bassett was sick. I could go upstairs, find her sleeping on her bed in the sun, and she was fine. Then, the reality of it all would come rushing back like a huge tidal wave of dread and greif and fear and frustration. I just feel so helpless in this whole situation. I had a long talk today with the two techs at the office when I picked Bassett up, and they said to me that I've been better than most people in taking Bassett to the specialists and spending money when I didn't necessarily have it; Sue actually said that I was the best owner .. even though I don't think of myself as "owning" anything. I am blessed with these companions that live not only in my home but also in my heart. I can't imagine NOT doing everything possible for Bassett - or any of them should the need arise. I just pray that the decisions I have to make are made clear to me; I know they will be difficult and I know it will be financially trying, but I just pray to God that He will help me with this process.
So, I don't know what the outcome will be. I just hope that whatever it is, a real solution can be drawn from it. Right now, I'm going to go cuddle with my girl :(
This is what I get for being away...
:( :(
(((((((HUGS))))))))
I am so sorry for what you are going through. I can't imagine how tough it is, I just know if I were in your shoes, I would be bawling my eyes out just thinking of her not feeling well!
I hope the news is better tomorrow, and you most definetely are a great meowmie.
Give Bassie some head scritchies for me, and hugs too. Sending prayers your way.
yes you did tell me, I forgot, sorry!Quote:
She has chylothorax. I know I've told you this before
yeah they told me something similar when I was taking Cookie to the vets all the time... are there that many people out there would NOT do that?:eek:Quote:
they said to me that I've been better than most people in taking Bassett to the specialists and spending money when I didn't necessarily have it
Naomi, I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. :( Prayers and positive thoughts are still on the way. Just remember that you are a great meowmie and Bassett couldn't ask for a better one. Please take care. {{{{HUGS}}}}
how are you doing Naomi? I know this is hard on you... you are a wonderful mommy to Bassett, and I'm sure she knows how much you love her!
{{{{Hugs}}}}
Sending prayers & good luck to you & Bassett.
Hopeing she improves and the tests results are helpful.
Hugs are on the way for you and Bassett.
Once again, I am behind. Naomi, I'm so sorry for you and Bassett that you're having to go through this. Please know that I will keep both of you in my thoughts and prayers. I do hope that the vet can figure out what is causing the problem and remedy it so that your girl can be on her way to good health again.
Logan
Basset and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love & hugs
Chris
Any updates on Bassett? Praying that she gets well soon!
Have you gotten any news from your Vet yet?
We are all pulling for both you & Bassett.
Stay strong.
Waiting to hear some good news as well.
Keeping you and Bassett in my thoughts and prayers...and anxiously awaiting an update. We're keeping all paws crossed. Love, Sandra, Mr. B and Oliver
Sigh..
I wish I had some real news, but I don't :( Bassett's blood work up came back normal. The vet sent off the fluid again, but it hasn't come back from the lab. My vet called the radiologist and she said "well the picture and diagnosis I did thie first time should be enough. I don't see any point in doing it again." I know my vet well enough to know that she does NOT agree with that. I really think that she will want Bassett to have a catscan, and possibly another ultrasound. She also said that she will be calling the surgeon in Victoria today to ask him what he thinks is the best route to take. I'm just so numb from all this. I can't have Bassett tapped every three days. It isn't good for her, and it's not safe, and it's totally unfair. None of this is fair. I know I shouldn't but I can't help but wonder what I did to deserve this. I and REALLY wonder why Bassett deserves this. I just wanna SCREAM "make ME sick.. I'll suffer through it because at least I can say what's wrong" Bassett has no voice in all this and it's killing me. She looks at me with these trusting eyes like "why, mom? why?" and what can I say to her? Nothing! because I don't even know myself!! This is tearing me apart and the only reason I'm keeping it together at all is because I know Bassett needs me and I know that no matter what happens with Bassett, Tilly and Nutmeg need me. I just don't know how much hurt my heart can hold before it explodes inside me.
Thank you all for your support. It means SO much and you are all wonderful and I love you all. I really don't think I COULD do it without knowing that I can come here and let my fingers throwup all over the keyboard and someone is there for me to rely on. Thank you all.
I'll keep you posted. As soon as I know something, you all will know too. Please keep praying.
{{{{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}}}} for you and Bassett.
Please don't lose hope. The new tests should give a fuller picture of her problems and indicate the best way to treat them.
I have a little book called "Where Cats Meditate" and in it is quotation from the Buddha "The greatest prayer is patience."
We are all here for you and with you.
*wipes away my tears from your last post* ((((HUGS))))
I really don't know what to say, other then I'm sending prayers your way still. We're all here if you need us.
Oh Naomi....... I feel so heavy hearted for you right now! Wish there were some healing words to take this all away from you, but all I can do is offer you my love, prayers, and shoulder if you need it!!! E-mail or PM me any time if you need to!
((((HUGS))))
Naomi, I'm so sorry I'm late to this post, but please know that prayers are on the way from me too. Don't be so hard on yourself. You are such a wonderful meowmie, and there is a reason why a precious creature such as Bassett was meant to be with you. It's because you're doing all you can for her, and she knows it. I know it's hard because they can't tell us their feelings and it makes us feel at a loss sometimes. Chin up, sweetie, she knows you love her very much. I sure hope she improves soon and do keep us posted. Lots of ****hugs**** and prayers for you and Bassett!
Karen
Naomi, I know it's hard to see Bassett in this condition but please don't give up. I'm sure that the tests will be able to tell your vet what the next course of treatment should be. Prayers and positive thoughts are coming your way for you and Bassett. Please take care. {{{HUGS}}}
Naomi, I am always thinking of you and Bassett and I will continue to pray that Bassett will be well again. Please don't be so hard on yourself. I think you are doing a wonderful job. You are doing everything you can and Bassett's well being is what you have in mind. I don't know a better way you can approach this than what you are already doing. I admire you for your strength and your love for your furkids.
Naomi:
I breaks my hear to hear this news. Please know that you and the furkids are in my daily prayers. Hang in their buddy and lean on us for support any time you need it. I'm sending you a giant hug through cyberspace. I know how difficult this must be for you and Bassett but please try and stay hopeful. Kisses to Bassett from me.
Bassett:
I know you can't speak but your Meowmie is doing the best she can to try to make you well. I know that sometimes the procedures are uncomfortable but please know that she loves you just as much as you love her and whatever needs to be done is for your own good in helping to find the next course of treatment.
luv
We are praying as hard as we can.
Sending {{{Hugs}}} to you & Bassett.
I'm so sorry you & Bassett have had to go though this horrible illness. Hoping things change for the better asap.
I know it's hard, but this quote is so true. It sounds like your vet is doing everything she can to determine the best step to take next. It's hard to wait for answers, but it sounds like she's working on it, so please try and be patient.Quote:
Originally posted by Steffi N
I have a little book called "Where Cats Meditate" and in it is quotation from the Buddha "The greatest prayer is patience."
{{{Hugs}}}to you and Bassett. Thoughts and prayers still coming your way.
Our vet chose to put a chest tube in Lucky, its is not a better solution, but they could drain the fluid hourly, rather than sticking him daily. Less of a chance for inection, too. You might ask for that option since the fluid is still building up. The chest tube can stay in for a week without any major problems. Just a thought.
Stay strong..........
I just know I would go to peices if I had to go through something like this with my kitty. It must be so awful! I am continuing to pray for you and Bassett and your other two kitties who would certainly be upset at their best mate's discomfort.
Bassett- You are also very, very brave and very, very lucky to have such a wonderful Meowmie. Please get better soon for your Meowmie and all your friends at PT.
I just found this thread. How awful for you and Bassett. It is so hard to deal with this situation, where you have to make all the decisions for an animal that trusts you but you just don't know how they feel or whether they understand why you are doing this. I'll be thinking of you and sending all the positive vibes I can.
I've been away for 3 weeks and when I met Bunny's Lucky who also has chylothorax and who is quite ok at the moment, I thought of Basset being so much better too and now I see this. Oh I know it is so difficult to bear all this with a cat who trusts you absolutely because she knows you will do the right things for her -but you don't know....
I keep everything crossed and hope she will have a long life with you and her sisters:)
Hi everyone,
I do have some information for everyone, but I just don't have time to write it all out today (I'm going to a family thing tonight). But I hope that I will be awake enough to type it all out tonight after I get back from dinner.
But to quickly update you all, Bassett is doing ok. She went to the vet yesterday for another drain, and it was 150cc again. We are noe considering the surgery. (that's what tonight's update will be about).
Keep checking, and I will keep you posted when I have the energy to think it all out into some coherent paragraphs ;)
Naomi