This morning, I brought a urine sample to the vet, and the results I got were slightly alarming:
- an increased number of leukocytes
- pH-value too high
- protein in her urine
My vet thinks this (especially the protein) may indicate that her kidneys are not working 100%. She will do some further tests to find out if there are renal epithelial cells in her urine. Also, her urine will be send to a lab to do further tests for bacteria.
The next thing we have to do is taking blood from her, and doing an ultrasound of her kidneys and bladder. This will most likely have to be done under anaesthesia because she will panic. But I still hope she will let us do that without being sedated, because she doesn't tolerate that very well. Also, when her kidneys are really not working, anaesthesia would be VERY risky.
Needless to say, I'm more than worried! My vet said that if a renal failure is diagnosed at an early state and is being treated, the cat can still live for many years (and I know some PT cats do!). So I try not too worry too much, but it's hard. As you know, Luna is my heart kitty and means the world to me.
Another thing I worry about are the costs. Alone the tests we have to do the next weeks will be very expensive, and I need to think about a second job. As you know, I was recently on sick leave with a burn out syndrome, so that is going to be very tough, but I'd do everything to help Luna!
But it's just not fair, life never treated my beloved girl very well!! Please keep her in your thoughts!
Kirsten
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