Nakita's Health Update - **The saga continues...update..post #146**

[fragrancehound]

I'm glad to hear that she gained a little weight. At least that is a positive step in the right direction. I bet you once she starts to eat more she will probably realize that you were only trying to help her and she will quickly come around to you again.

[Russian Blue]

I woke up this morning, and Nakita had a fever. We took her to the vet clinic and did a more comprehensive blood test, gave her sub-fluids and also brought home some pills to increase her appetite. I'll also be increasing her Prednisone. She didn't eat last night, either.

I don't know what's going on anymore, but as each day passes, it's looking more serious. I'll have the test results on Tuesday (because of the holiday) but will take her to the emergency vet, if needed in the meantime.

[Barbara]

Singing for Nakita.
I have to think of Malfi who was in a very bad shape and it had to do something with auto-immune problems.
I hope Nakita gets over it.
Love and hugs to you.

[jenluckenbach]

How frustrating and sad. Prayers for Nakita.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Kass, I'm so sorry to hear this. I sure hope that Nakita will feel better soon. Lots more prayers and positive thoughts are being sent her way. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[heidiv]

I just really wish that the doctors could find something, ANYTHING that could give you any indication of what is going on with this little girl. I am praying for the both of you till we hear more from you later.......

[Russian Blue]

I just really wish that the doctors could find something, ANYTHING that could give you any indication of what is going on with this little girl. I am praying for the both of you till we hear more from you later.......

The test results that I get back on Tuesday will be the next step to identifying what is causing Nakita to be anemic. From the first two blood tests, we know we're dealing with non-regenerative anemia (meaning the bone marrow is NOT producing red blood cells) that is currently mild (her value of 21% is termed 'mild').

There are two kinds of anemia - regenerative and non-regenerative. Nakita has non-regenerative anemia, the worst of the two. Therefore we're looking at underlying cancer, kidney, auto-immune issues. Considering that Nakita was dealing with possible IBS/food allergies earlier on, I'm assuming right now we're looking at something auto-immune related. Now with the fever, I'm not sure what is happening (maybe infection, maybe something else).

You can read more about it here----> Anemia

With all the research I have done the last few years regarding Nakita's hyperesthesia, IBS, allergies and now the anemia....I should be an honorary vet tech by now.