Well, my vet just called, the test results have arrived. She said it's not too bad, but I cannot say that I am too happy with what she told me.
The "normal" kidney diagnosis was okay (like the liver, pancreas and thyroidal profile as well), but she did also a geriatric profile and that one suggested that one of the early diagnosis values for kidney failure was a bit increased. She said that is not too bad and almost normal for a cat with chronic bladder problems, and we have to keep an eye on that. She also suggested to add a protein reduced food to her diet.
What worries me even more is her blood count. Like last year and two years ago, her leucos where decreased (but less decreased than last year), while her lymphocytes were increased, even more than last year. This is getting me worried. My vet said it doesn't have to say anything bad - after all Luna has these chronic bladder problems so there may be a constant inflammation in her system - but of course I fear it could also be cancer. That, however, is hard to tell because the palpatory examination and the x-ray shot gave not hint for cancer. But I'm really worried about that!
Another thing is that there's an iron deficiency. She'll get supplements for that. However, this iron deficiency could be the cause of her fatigue lately.
I'm not too happy with all these news, but after all, Luna is 8 years old so she's not a youngster anymore. My vet said she's giving the impression of a healthy cat and looks great, so she wouldn't worry too much. But you know how I am when it comes to my kitties...
Kirsten
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Perhaps ask your vet about what food will be good for her. I'm in doubt myself about what to give Fister.
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