Hello CNC,
Thank you very much for your kind concern and advice. Any bit of encouragement is always welcomed. Sorry That I haven't responded sooner, but to tell you the truth, I just haven't felt up to it because I've been feeling a bit down. I knew I would eventually, though.
I copied your post to my desk top and have read it a couple of times. You have given me and Buddy a glimmer of hope. I am very happy that Lucky beat it. What a cruel disease this is to deal with....especially for the poor cat. It is obvious that you love Lucky very much. Your love, determination and diligence payed off. I can only hope and pray that Buddy is so "Lucky" :-)
How old was Lucky when he was diagnosed with chylothorax? Did the vet find a treatable underlying illness? And how long did he have it? Also, do you remember if there was any blood in the fluid that was drained? My vet said this was normal. But normal how? I just never asked him....I don't know why....if there are stages. We just took Buddy to the vet again this morning. He had his chest drained an enima and an hour in oxygen. My vet likes to do the oxygen afterward to help relieve his stress so as to get his breathing back to normal. It works like a charm. We get him home....50 minute ride....without a pant. In the past, he'd be panting and his little tongue out by the time we got him home. I asked the vet how better to feed Buddy since he has lost his taste for cat food. I've been giving him baby food meats but that alone isn't enough. That's why he's been constipated. He advised me to mix 1/2tsp of Metamusal and some baby food veggies in with the meat. It worked out great. He ate well. I think I might be able to sleep tonight!! I just worry all the time.
It is nice to meet you CNC!!
Linda
I forgot to mention, that I haven't heard from Amanda since Jan.1st. I sent her a PM on the 3rd and 6th but have heard nothing. I have been concerned for her and Bandit. I pray for them every day as I do all of the sick babies and parents.
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