Please keep Luna in your thoughts: Crystals! (blood test results: opinions please!!!)

[kimlovescats]

Thinking of you and your dear Luna!

Hugs,
Kim

[Medusa]

I sure hope it's just a fluke and that Luna isn't in RF but if she is, please don't panic or despair. My Puddy has been in renal failure for nearly 5 years now and, although she does have her bouts, she's doing great! And she's operating on only one kidney now. The subQ fluids are a piece o' cake; if I can give them to Puddy, more affectionately known as the Pudilator, you'll be able to give them to Luna w/no problems. The first time or two is scary because it's new to you and her; after that, nah! Relax and know that all is well. We're all praying for you and Luna.

[kb2yjx]

Kirsten!!! In a way this is a blessing in disguise that it was discovered so early!! My vet has said that some cats do not show renal disease until 75% of the kidneys function is gone!! However, Luna is so lucky to have a Mom like you that will do what she can to take care of her girl!!! If this is of any help, Raven was ONLY 4 years old when she developed kidney disease. Now, after eating a kidney diet(k/d canned) and fluids for a few years, she turned 11 in April!!! Prayers for both Luna and you!!! Sandra

[catmandu]

Oh No.
Not Dear Little Luna. We are sending All Our Prayers and Wishes that One Of Pet Talks Favorite ladies will be all right and that the White Cats will be able to help.The Found Cats and I are shaken that Lunas not well.

[Laura's Babies]

Oh, Laura, I tried to be a brave Mommie all day, but now I cannot hold the tears back!

I think we are all like that when we get distressing news about one of our babies. I was so stunned when that vet told me about Giz's heart murmer that I almost cried right there.. Soon as I got home, I let it go and had a good cry over it.. Same as when I heard about Amy's CH and there being no cure for it. Now I realize she was sent into my life to teach me a lot of things. You can cry all you want, she is your baby and you love her... what else would a good Mommie do?

[phesina]

Kirsten, we are all saying our prayers and sending our love and healing energies for Luna. God bless you both (and Lily too).

Pat and cats

[Catty1]

She might have to go on kidney food, but that shouldn't hurt Lily. And they might gain a girlish figure out of it all!

HUGS - it will be ok, Kirsten!

Can your vet do a payment plan for you?

[ramanth]

Thoughts and prayers for you and Luna!!

[jazzcat]

I'm sorry to hear about Luna but as others have said if it is her kidneys it is good that it's caught early. Ripley is a kidney cat and is still going at 15 years old. We caught it over two years ago and he's had to have little extra care (or expense) so far. Try not to worry too much until you know for sure what is going on.

[Kirsten]

I thank you all for keeping my beloved girl in your thoughts! It helps a lot!

I called my vet this morning, she wanted to sediment Luna's urine for a second time last night. She said that she found some struvite crystals (no surprise actually), but no renal epithelial cells. I hope that is a good sign!!

She suggested to wait for the results of the bacteriological tests, which will be back from the lab by Friday, and then do the ultrasound and bloodwork next week. But she would like to do that under anaesthesia; because Luna will fight and that way, the ultrasound wouldn't turn out well. I can see her point, but I'm not comfortable with the thought though. Luna acted strange after her last sedation in early 2006, and I wouldn't like to put her through that again. I also fear the risks of anaesthesia. On the other hand, I know it will simply be impossible to do the ultrasound and take the blood from her when she's not sedated.

OMG, it's so frustrating!!

Kirsten

[Medusa]

It can be scary to put our furkids under anesthesia but sometimes we just gotta because certain tests can't be done otherwise. Just know that all is well and Luna will be fine.

[Kirsten]

It can be scary to put our furkids under anesthesia but sometimes we just gotta because certain tests can't be done otherwise.

I know, but I'm very nervous about this anaesthesia. I haven't decided yet whether I will have it done in the morning, go to work and leave her at the vet's the entire day, or have it done in the evening, take her home with me afterwards and watch her closely.

Kirsten

[Medusa]

I didn't mean to make it sound as though I'm minimizing your hesitation to put Luna under. That's certainly not the case. Whatever you decide, just be sure to trust your instincts. You know your cat better than anyone. When Yodie had to go under for the ear polyp, I was so scared because she was so thin that you could see all her bones, even in her face. And Dr. Lee said it scared him to death. But she came through it fine. Please know that extra prayers are going out to your sweet Luna and to you, whatever your decision.

[lvpets2002]

I am so sad for wittle Luna & meowmomie.. Me & the clowder send lots of Huggss & Prayers..

[krazyaboutkatz]

I hope that everything will go well for Luna. She'll continue to remain in my thoughts and prayers.