Update On Starr-New Update 4-8-07

**kuhio98** · 04-05-2007, 10:19 AM

I'm so glad to know that Starr is feeling better. That little boy sure has had more than his share of medical problems! Let's hope this is the last of them.

**krazyaboutkatz** · 04-05-2007, 11:19 AM

Thanks everyone

but now I think I spoke too soon.

I guess I should say he sometimes has tootsie rolls. This morning he had a big accident in the hall way and there were several piles of mushy poo.

He also started sneezing a little bit last night and he's still having some sneezing attacks and sniffling this morning.

I sure hope that it's nothing. Sunny has also had some sneezing going on the past few days but I think it's only allergy related. Does the prednisolone weaken Starr's immune system? My new vet is off until Sunday so I'm going to keep a close eye on Starr and I hope that I won't need to bring him in. Please continue to keep him in your thoughts and prayers.

**K & L** · 04-05-2007, 11:35 AM

We have some of ours sneezing also. I know it's allergy season for us, maybe them too?

**emily_the_spoiled** · 04-05-2007, 01:27 PM

Tracy, unfortunately you are correct in assuming that prednisolone will weaken his immune system. It sounds like it could either be allergies (like the rest of us have right now

) or Sunny was 'generous' and shared his germs...

**Catsnclay** · 04-05-2007, 04:09 PM

Originally Posted by krazyaboutkatz

Does the prednisolone weaken Starr's immune system?

YES!

Prednisone DOES weaken the immune system and doctors tell patients (humans) to be careful because they can pick up anything!

Call or go to the vet ASAP - the very last thing you need right now is for Starr to come down with something! You may have to put him in a room all by himself until this passes.

You, and Starr have been through quite a lot these past few weeks, the last thing he & you need is a set back!

All medicines have their drawbacks.......

Thanks for posting Tracey - I've been a little absent minded lately

How is the rest of your family?? Ziggy.....Pearl.....Storm....etc.

**catmandu** · 04-05-2007, 07:45 PM

We Are Sorry To Hear That Starr Has Has A Setback,
And We Are Renewing Our Prayers That He Will Turn The Corner Healthwise And Be A Helathy Happy Cat.
Theres A Delegation Of Angels Coming Over The Weekend With Safe Food And Treats For Your Little Super Starr, So He Wont Miss A Thing!!

**phesina** · 04-05-2007, 08:58 PM

Prayers that Starr will overcome his setback and be back to full health before long.

Hugs and purrs,
Pat, Peony, Sydney, Priscilla, Poppy, and Elmer

**Tubby & Peanut's Mom** · 04-05-2007, 10:56 PM

Here I was, already for a whooo hoooo, when I read your second uppydate.

I may be in the minority here, but I really believe that for all the bad rap pred. gets, it really does more good than harm.....at least in the case of the many times I've used it. Peanut was on it for years a few years ago - 1/2 one every other day - and she lived to be 18 1/2. Also, I don't think the "bad ingredients" in the Z/D will do Starr any harm at all. T & P were both on Science Diet foods their entire lives, and they both lived to be 18 1/2. CJ & R are now both on it now too, and they are both as healthy as can be.

Tracey, I don't mean to make light of your misgivings about Starr's treatment, but I really don't think you have anything to worry about....unless he did pick up a few sniffles from Sunny that is.

Hugs to you because I know how frustrated you must be by Starr's continuing diarrhea, and gentle smoochies to Starr with hopes for both of you that a viable solution is found real soon.