Lucas has cancer (5-22-06)

[jenluckenbach]

Thank you all.

I have yet to speak to my regular vet (ultrasound specialist only gives his finding, treament and other options are fro my regular vet) So I don't really know anyting at this time except I don't feel a lot of hope.

Lorraine, the poem rings true, but it sure brings the tears.

I really don't even know what to say right now, but I sure appreciate all the good thoughts.

Of course ALL our pets are special in their way, but Lucas has always been such a good boy. Cheerful, loving of both people and the other cats, never a bad or evil thought or action. Just as gentle as could be.


Needless to say, a whole lot of squishing is going on!

[Catty1]

Oh, Jen....how awful. I am so sorry for you and Lucas...

Yes, I wonder WHY the specialist thought that chemo would be the option???? It will sure be good to get the point of view from a vet that knows you and your baby.

It sounds hopeless...maybe your vet will have a reason why it might be worth a shot? Prayers are with you.

Good luck, and you will make the best and most loving decision, I know that.

hugs hugs hugs
Catty1

[prechrswife]

((((Hugs)))) I am so sorry to hear this. Give Lucas lots of cuddles...

[G535]

I'm so sorry to hear this too, I'm sure you'll make the time left as comfortable as possible for him.

[Craftlady]

So sorry to read the news from the ultrasound wasnt good.

[jenluckenbach]

My own vet finally called and suggested "depo injections". I am unsure exactly what this is (I think it is a steroid) but the point is that she believes that is can help.

It would only be one injection every 3 to 4 weeks. She has seen a patient with similar tumors thrive for a year now after the parents were concidering euthanasia.

Since Lucas is not really acting sick in any way OTHER than the diarrhea, it is certainly worth a try for a few months.

I'll call in the morning for my first appointment.

Wish us luck.

[Catty1]

Prayers that this helps Lucas!

I wonder if that would get the tumours down to treatable size?

hugs! This is hopeful news at least!

Catty1

[rg_girlca]

[QUOTE=jenluckenbach]My own vet finally called and suggested "depo injections". It would only be one injection every 3 to 4 weeks. She has seen a patient with similar tumors thrive for a year now after the parents were concidering euthanasia.

I pray that this treatment helps Lucas just as much as the patient that your vet described.

Prayer, positive thoughts and wishing you all the best of luck with this Jen.

((((((HUGS))))))