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

[ramanth]

Oh darling Nakita, I hope you start eating again on your own soon. You should know your momma loves you so much.

Kass, I know it hurts, but I'm sure Nakita knows you love her even if she doesn't understand why she must endure all the feedings and meds.

I hope some tests will shed light on her problem. *HUGS*

[krazyaboutkatz]

Poor Nakita.I hope that Nakita will continue to eat on her own and gain more weight and that her blood work comes back within the normal range. I'm sure that she won't hold a grudge forever. Lots more prayers and positive thoughts are being sent her way.

[catlover4ever]

Poor Nakita and poor you. I know how you feel with Nakita giving you the cold shoulder. Tigger was like that with me when she was sick and I felt horrible too, but know that you are doing the right thing for her and I'm pretty sure deep down Nakita knows that you love her dearly and that you are not trying to hurt her by doing what you need to do for her.

I will continue to keep you and Nakita in my thoughts and prayers....keep us posted (((HUGS))) Meg

[Russian Blue]

Just received the test results and Nakita's red blood cell count is holding at 21% (normal range 25%-45%). My vet is currently out of town so I'll have to talk to her next Tuesday about how to go forward with these results.

We can either keep monitoring her blood levels and see if they change or remain steady or go through with the bone marrow biopsy (invasive and not sure if I want to put her through another procedure so soon).

Nakita is looking more alert and is eating, but she's still hiding out in her safe place (a cardboard box in the living room). I want her to get back to her comfortable self before making her go through any more procedures.

Thanks guys for your support!

[jenluckenbach]

Hopefully this is a normal umber for her. Praying tht she continues to do well.

And do not worry, you will regain her trust. (even if it seems like it will never happen). they always forgive you.

[Barbara]

Alert and eating- these are good signs. I suppose I would let her be like that before I check anything more.

Again some hugs for both of you.

[rosethecopycat]

Take it easy, sweet Emerald girl.

[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.

[Catty1]

I hope it is auto-immune...that means monitoring medication, but not as bad as the other two...even kidney stuff can be handled and give years of healthy life to Nakita!


HUGS and PRAYERS to brave Meowmie and beautiful Nakita!