Mes thought mes was done visiting the vet for a whiles since the Mom needed to find us a new Dr. Stabby to see, but no, mes luck wasn't that good. The Mom went into action and found mes a new vet last week and off mes went to see hers.
Wes has always gone to cat-only clinics, but this new one takes dogs, too. Thankfully theys has separate waiting spots for the woofies and kitties. The Mom's friend had to fill out some papers about mes, and then wes went back to the exam room.
The vet assistant was nice to mes. Hers even asked the Mom if mes would let hers take my temperature before hers did. The Mom was very happy about how respectful theys were of mes. The assistant and Dr. M even did most of my exam while mes was under my towel.
Unfortunately Dr. M agreed that mes needed to get my ALT (liver enzyme) level checked again since it was high a month ago before my ultrasound and diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis.
Dr. M was kind. The Mom seems to like her. Hers answered all the Mom's questions and was not in a hurry or anything. The Mom asked hers about how theys might work with Lita, and Dr. M said we should try to give her the Neurontin the fill-in vet at our old clinic prescribed before coming in. Dr. M immediately said that it is definitely a balancing act with anesthesia. Hers seems to understand and empathize with the Mom's concerns about that. So the Mom will take Lita to see Dr. M next month (but don't tell Lita, okay?). The Mom will take hers in for a wellness exam so theys can prescribe Lita hers Prednisolone since hers has no refills left at the pharmacy.
The Mom and Dr. M talked about my Pred dose. Theys agree that 10mg is a lot for a kitty and want to get mes back down to 5mg again. Theys told the Mom to lower my dose to 7.5mg for nows.
Dr. M called the Mom on Friday with my blood test results. My ALT was 71 (last time it was 201) - back in normal range! It seems that my pancreatitis was affecting my liver. The Mom is very happy my liver is doing well again. Hopefully theys won't be poking mes with any more needles for a whiles nows!
The Mom continues to be concerned about my weight. Mes lost another ounce. Mes is 9 pounds and 2 ounces nows. Dr. M says mes is not *too* skinny, but the Mom doesn't want mes to *get* too skinny. Hers is trying to keep mes over 9 pounds and would like to see mes gain at least a little weight. For years and years, mes was 9 pounds and 6 ounces, and while the Mom thought that was a bit skinny, hers was happy with that. Hers would like to see mes get there again at least.
Lita didn't have any asthma attacks last week! Mes ams happy about that and so is the Mom.
Mes hopes yous all has a great week!
The vet change sounds like a good one. And what great news about your liver enzymes. We love the photo with your mom. We always have you and Lita in our prayers. Hope you can maintain your current weight at the very least. XOCK, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo
ReplyDeleteI think y'all did great in picking out a new Vet and we're thrilled with your bloodwork results Carmine! Have a nice warm snooze pal, you've earned it.
ReplyDeleteThat's fantastic news about your liver and Lita's asthma...let's hope it continues for you guys :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a relief on all accounts! I like the sound of this new vet and all the good news he brought.
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It sounds as if things might be turning the corner for you all. I am keeping my paws crossed and sending POTP for continued improvements.
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ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful news Carmine! I am so glad that the new Dr. was able to give your mum such positive news.
Kitty Kisses!
So happy to hear that your ALT is back in the normal range, Carmine, and that Lita had no asthma attacks last week! It sounds like you and your mom are doing a great job. And your new vet sounds great. We'll be purring and praying for you!
ReplyDeleteSounds like that is a really nice vet and on top of things. Glad Carmine is doing a little better. Good news.
ReplyDeleteDat's all pawsum news. So glad da new VET is good. Wish we kuld find one of those. We didn't have da gween papers fur tests or anyfin' extra this tiime, hopefully in a few months we can do them fur boff of us. Mommy figgers da test wuldn't really tell her anyfin' we don't already knoow tho' so she's okay wiff it. Sendin' purrayers y'all keep duin' good.
ReplyDeleteLuv ya'
Dezi and Lexi
It sounds like the change of vet was a good thing!! You take care, Carmine and we hope you continue to do,well xxx
ReplyDeleteOh Carmine you look like a kissable Ginger goodness scrumptious handsome kitty. Thank heaven you are either now and I am glad you have a Dr. you like. XXO
ReplyDeleteWe are so glad you alt is back down Carmine. We want you to gain weight too so eat up my friend. Tell you what, our Buddy has lost weight due to hyper thyroid so maybe you two can have a nomming contest. Dad is getting some Fancy Feast tonight. Lucky Buddy.
ReplyDeleteSo glad Milita has not had any asthma attacks. Rumpy has had maybe two little ones over the past week.
Love you two
Timmy, Dad and Family
dood...total lee kewl that lita had noe azthmaz a tax....HOORAY !!!!! and if ya want, we can send ewe bout 783 dozen donuts....that shuld beef ya up a wee bit...what cha think !♥♥♥
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you have gotten off to a good start with the new vet! I'm glad your numbers have improved so much!
ReplyDeleteThat is very good news that your ALT is back in the normal range. Your new vet sounds very caring.
ReplyDeleteWe're glad all went well with the new vet and you're doing better too! That's great news!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like this new vet may be a positive change for everyone.
ReplyDeleteWe are happy you got some encouraging news at the vet. Our thoughts will be with you iin the coming days/weeks that everything goes well.
ReplyDeleteI’m glad you found Dr. M. Hmm, sounds like Lita did pretty good without that much pred since you said you were out of it.
ReplyDeleteYour new vet sounds nice, Carmine. And we're glad you got a good report about your liver. We hope you gain some weight so your mom stops worrying about you. :)
ReplyDeleteGood reports Carmine, keep up the good work and pass on a meow to Lita from all of us; Boo Bear, Hocus Pocus, and Baby Girl. Mary d Dog sez woof!
ReplyDeleteThose are good mews you had, Carmine!
ReplyDeleteNow eat lots and then all will be in excellent mode!
We can say that cause meowmy has seen Minko eating Pipo's kibbles twice now and Pawppy has seen it too, maybe one day meowmy can stop putting all the noms into his mouth....we hope:)
Have a great week!
Sound good to me for your new vet !
ReplyDeleteand Miss Carmine keep eating, O.K. ?
I do paw crossed and send lots of purrs for you
Hug to your mom
super glad that your Mom switched vets (FINALLY)....we are also super glad that your numbers seem to be better! Keep up the good work! catchatwithcarenandcody
ReplyDeleteI am glad you like the new vet and your liver is better. Thank you for the kind words you left on my blog about the passing of Stinky. XO
ReplyDeleteHi Carmine! We're so glad you like your new vet and that she was so nice. We're praying for good health for you and Lita.
ReplyDeleteCarmine! So happy to hear that your new vet is so nice and respectful. Glad to hear that your levels are better too. We will be purring for continued improvement for both you and Lita!
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