No crystals in Luna's urine, but still signs of infection

[Kirsten]

I called the vet this morning for the results of Luna's urinalysis, and the good news is:

No crystals!!!

Looks like the URO-PET-paste I'm mixing under her food every day did a really good job!


On the minus side, there were still some blood cells in her urine, so there's still a slight infection (but not bad enough for another antibiotic treatment - she just had one), looks like she never really seems to get rid of it.

My vet would like to send another urine sample to a lab to test it for e.coli. If that's the case, we would try to immunize her against e.coli-bacteria. I think it's gonna be worth a try.

Kirsten

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Oh dear, Kirsten. I'm so sorry Luna continues to have her urinary problems. Sounds like you've got it partially under control with the paste. I almost hope they find e-coli because then at least you'll know something definite and hopefully be able to beat this once and for all!

[kimlovescats]

That's great news that you have the crystals under control now! Good luck with finding the source of the bacteria!

Kim

[Kirsten]

Thank you, Debbie and Kim!

I almost hope they find e-coli because then at least you'll know something definite and hopefully be able to beat this once and for all!

I hope so, too!! My poor girl is dealing with all these nasty UTIs for so long now!

Kirsten

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm glad that Luna doesn't have any crystals in her urine. Hopefully her bacteria infection can be treated easily.

[kb2yjx]

Our Miss BooBoo Kitty had a UTI that was resistant to the usual antibiotics. Then the vet sent out a urine culture and Boo had e. coli!! As a nurse, I kinda freaked out a bit, because I am familar with little old ladies getting a UTI from e.coli because they wiped the wrong way. I never got an answer on how cats can get e. coli!!! Boo was so fastidious in her litter box habits, but what a surprise when she peed BRIGHT RED blood right in front of me. Boo was not a cat of subtle behaviour!!! I hope Luna will be OK!!!

[Catty1]

I know they are around now - has anyone found them helpful in preventing UTI'S?

[myjett]

Kirsten,

I am sending good thoughts your way for Luna. You are a great catmom and really care for your animals and have shown me so much kindness with Harry and his illness. All good prayers for you and Luna!

Jo..(Joann)