Corkscrew is sick again. (new update post 127)

[Shadowcat]

I hope the vet has discussed a feeding tube for Corkscrew. Often with the 'fatty liver disease' (hepatic lipidosis) the cat feels sick, doesn't eat, liver gets inflamed, makes cat feel worse, cat doesn't feel like eating - - the one thing that the cat does need is to eat. If a feeding tube is an option for you, I would recommend you go with this treatment. Feeding the cat is relativly easy. It will get enough food into the cat that he needs. The tube feedings may go on for a month or so. The longer a cat goes without adequate food intake, the worse the disease becomes. Best of luck for you and Corkscrew.

[shais_mom]

how's corkscrew?

[Uabassoon]

how's corkscrew?

I don't want to say that he's better, but he isn't doing any worse. He seems to be ok with the force feeding sessions, he doesn't like it but he will at least tolerate it. I've been able to get three small meals a day into him. He is also starting to be a little more social. He's not spending all of his time under the bed anymore, he's out and about and asking for attention now.

[Catty1]

That is hopeful...if he is 'coming to' socially, he will hopefully feel better enough to eat on his own one of these days.

Is he still on anti-biotics?

[dionne]

My deepest and most sincere thoughts go out to you and your baby. You can pull through, Corkscrew!!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I don't want to say that he's better, but he isn't doing any worse.

Hey, we'll take what we can get, won't we, PT?

Come on Corkscrew, keep eating and getting better!

[Medusa]

I see that as a good sign. We'll keep sending those prayers to ya, Corkscrew.

[Barbara]

I am sorry for what you and Corkscrew have to go through. It looks at least as if there is a small improvement. I hope he continues to be better.

[Kirsten]

Will keep Corkscrew in my thoughts. Hope he'll feel better soon!

Kirsten