Alivia was recently diagnosed with Cushing's - Alivia has passed

Mary Beth,

I don't have anything to add to what the others have so beautifully said. I am continuing to send positive thoughts and healing prayers.

Mary Beth,

I can't add much to the lovely words written here. But, I keep going back to Alivia Rose's avaitar of her on the bridge, what you said about it and those eyes communicating with you. Perhaps she is not looking at you right now because she is not willing to give up the fight and is not yet looking to you help her to the bridge.

Her eyes will let you know.

With love,

Rene

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Originally Posted by MBK

So, Lori, in your opinion if the Spec PL is 300 or less, the pain is coming from something more...correct? Just want ot be certain I am understanding you. I will ask the IMS if this test can be done today.

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I am so sorry that Ali is continuing to have pain and not feeling like herself. I also apologize for getting back to you so late.

According to this chart from IDEXX laboratories about the spec PL test:

≤200 μg/L= Serum Spec cPL concentration is in the normal range. Investigate for hepatic, renal, gastrointestinal or other disease.

201–399 μg/L= Serum Spec cPL concentration is questionable. The patient may have pancreatitis, and serum Spec cPL concentration should be re‑evaluated.

≥400 μg/L= Serum Spec cPL concentration is consistent with pancreatitis.

http://www.idexx.com/pubwebresources...ncreatitis.pdf

Keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers.

With much love and huge hugs,
Lori

Hello dear friends!

Today the news is a bit more hopeful. Alivia seems to be doing a little better. She seems like her pain is decreasing and her beautiful dark eyes are getting brighter - she is even starting to look at me with them! :o Her platelet count today was ADEQUATE, so that was an improvement, but she still had large platelets, which means the bone marrow is producing them in response to bleeding or red blood cell destruction (as in IMHA). That is not good, but I asked her IMS if it could be because of the severe internal inflammation she had and she said it was possible. Too soon to tell for certain, so I am going to try to keep positive. The fact that her platelet count is higher today is a good sign.

While I was visiting her, they wanted me to try to get her to eat a tiny bit of bland food for her first time since Saturday. She licked it once, but wouldn't eat any of it. I'm actually not really surprised as Ali will never eat anything in a vet's office (or a pet store for that matter) even if it is a treat that she likes. I took her outside tonight for a few minutes. She still walks gingerly and slowly and seems very tired, but I guess that's to be expected. Like people, I know she is not resting well in the hospital. When I visit with her, she will snuggle up and fall asleep and has even snored a couple times! She only does that when she is completely exhausted.

Now for the best news, if things continue on the same path...ALIVIA WILL COME HOME TOMORROW! :D I think she will make a much faster recovery when she can rest in her own bed in surroundings where she feels safe and comfortable. I will be able to keep a close eye on her over the weekend, too. I KNOW I'll rest better!!

All the positive thoughts seem to be working!

I do so hope tomorrow night will find Alivia at home snuggled in bed with you.

Keeping positive thoughts and sending good energy for that to happen.

Love,
Addy

I'm so glad that Alivia is doing better. I'm continuing to send positive thoughts and healing prayers.

That would be wonderful if she could come home tomorrow.

I am so anxious for her to be home and resting comfortably! I just posted some hospital pictures....

Hooray Mary Beth! She looks great! Finally some good news and real hope. Cuddle up with Maxwell and savor the little wins.

Sleep well...you deserve it.

Rene & Snoop

Mornin' Mary Beth,

I was so anxious to see the report on Ali this morning and am so happy it is good! :):cool: Even baby steps forward are cause for celebration! :D

I hope she is home today with her loving mom!

Hugs,
Leslie and the gang

Oh Mary Beth, I just saw your new photo of sweet Alivia safely back home again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank goodness!! I hope you'll have a good report for us, just as soon as you are able to post one.

Tons of "welcome home" hugs!!! :) :) :)
Marianne