Tipper - adrenal tumor/breathing issues

About the extracts - you want to know what the solvent is that made the extract first. If it is an alcohol extract, I would not use that with dogs. If it is a glycerite extract, that should be fine. I haven't used a glycerite of either of these so I can't compare the effects between that and the infusion (tea) to say which worked better for us. I am trying to get the formula worked out to start some glycerites so when they are done and I have had opportunity to use them, I will have a better idea of which works better or if they work about the same. I do know, using the dried herbs will be less expensive than the extracts....more hassle for us but not as costly. ;)

About the mucous....did there seem to an increase in this after using the herbs? Watch her when there has been no need to give them and see if there is any possibility the herbs are playing a role in her mucous production. She may be sensitive to one or both of them instead of allergic, or be having a mild allergic reaction after all, presenting as increased mucous. ;)

Hi Everyone:
I don't feel like it but Tipper has laser therapy today. I used Benadryl on her this morning, she sounds like she is gurgling and blowing bubbles at nite she is making real congested sounds. Her current and I his time is not handling it. I am wondering what else they have to clear up mucous?? I will research it. This is waking her up many times a nite to try and clear her throat. With trachea problems and this mucous, she is struggling to breathe and that is not good on her heart. I don't remember a day since she started with Cushing's that I have not had to fight some battle!! It wears you down. She also has an Adequan shot tomorrow which I am glad, before her trachea starts up bad. I just can't get a break here, and need to finish this house cleaning. Maybe I will get on it tomorrow after the vets. The doggies have walked twice and it is going to be a nice day, but thunderstorms tomorrow!! I will be giving her storm meds. It's a shame,but Tipper is sleeping, probably from the Benadryl. She must really have allergies acting up under all this other stuff. Nothing from the IMS yet I am still waiting!! She may be off until Wednesday as she works a few days and is off a few. I am absolutely wiped out today as my knees are killing me from sitting in the car too much. Blessings
Patti

Aww...poor Tipper with those allergies! Hope the benadryl helps her feel better. I would think that benadryl should help to dry up that mucous that's in her throat at night, doesn't it help at all with that?
Did you go for the laser therapy today. Hope you don't have to contend with thunder storms tomorrow...I see rain off and on her at the end of the week.
I'm waiting for the vet to call so I can pick-up Trixie from her acth test! Can't wait to get her out of there! Hope that tonight Tipper has a good night tonight and that you both get some good sleep.

Barbara

How did therapy go today? Sorry you are feeling so poorly yourself. This stuff takes a real toll on the human body too. It's all so stressful.

hugs
Sharlene and molly muffin

Hi Everyone:
Tipper is taking a rest. Barbara yes the only reason I give her anything is to get rid of the mucous, it has to be post nasal drip. She keeps waking up many times a nite opening her mouth wide, and sticking her tongue out to clear her throat. She has never been a hacker, but has done so a couple of times. The eye Dr. Is the one that said it was seasonal allergies. She slept a little this afternoon and I heard no gurgling sounds, so if she is good tonite, then we will use the Benadryl instead. I noticed between the products a few differences so we shall see. Tipper needs no more problems for me to handle, we are both sick of problems. As I type this Deloras wonderful family is raiding her house again. It just makes me sick what all these people are capable of. Tomorrow is bp and Adequan shots. It is never ending, but the most important thing is it helps her, and that's all that matters at the end of the day. She was touchy today at laser therapy, I think her rear leg is bothering her a little so that will surely help it. The laser therapy has enabled her to continue to exercise, and I feel that is helping her to physically cope with all this muscle wasting etc. Blessings
Patti

exercise is good for cush dogs indeed, to stay in shape.
i know it has helped ian a lot to get back in shape.
and it is good for me too!
have a safe trip tomorrow and good night.

(((fingers crossed)))

Hi Everyone:
Well we are back from the vets. His office was empty today and he was in a very good mood. So I took advantage of his free time to discuss Tipper's issues. First
we discussed Tippers tumor. He got out a ruler that has centimeters on it. He showed me by drawing the exact size that Tipper's tumor was, then showed me on top of that drawing the new measurements. It was so small the lines were practically on top of one another. He said it is so hard to put that mprobe in the exact position it was last time that this tumor could actually be the same size and this is just human error. When you see the drawings it really makes sense. He said if it ever got to 3.5 cm then we are talking get it out, or rapid growth at the next ultra sound. So I am going to wait and see what the next US shows, if it has increased substantially then I will talk to the surgeon. For now I am staying put. I did talk to him about the Artemix Iraklis used and he is interested in it. Then we discussed Tipper's storm mixture as he is into Eastern Medicine and herbal uses. He looked both herbs up and said there is absolutely no side effects to the herbs, and the passionflower could be made stronger if needed and she can have it up to 3 times a day. It will not interfere with any of her current meds. I also discussed then benadryl vs the chlorphenarmine. I will probably stay the course with Benadryl as it appears to have done a better job when she is sleeping. I have to get some in tablet form. With Tippers breathing issues, and tracheal issues it is hard to syringe things into her mouth, and I do not want anything getting aspirated into her lungs. I have always kept the liquid as in the event of an allergic reaction it is absorbed faster than a tablet. She can have 25 mg at a time so I will have to see what the tablets come in. I gave Tipper some of her storm meds before we left for the vets as it was raining and thunder is supposed to be starting. She is taking a nap in between walking. She usually never walks in between rain, and this surprised me. So we are ready for it, I feel better knowing we have something in our arsenal to deal with this. I am waiting for the IMS and my cardiologist to contact me as neither have. I may try to clean one of the remaining rooms left to spring clean, I will have to see how much energy I can muster up. Than goodness no more appointments until my Dr.s appointment in Pittsburgh next week. Blessings
Patti

HI Patti,
I'm so glad that you are able to put surgery on the back burner for now. It's good to know that there was barely any change on the tumor! I would hate to hear that Tipper needed to have surgery now so I'm glad this is something you don't have to think about for the time being.
Hope the storms stay quiet..I know the rain is headed this way and due late tonight. Hoping Tipper has a quiet night and a good sleep.

Barbara

That's good news! Patti I am so happy that it grew so little and surgery is not to be considered at this point, I am sure you are so relieved! I am glad the benedryl is helping Tippers congestion and hope it takes care of it completely.
I hope you hear from the IMS soon but in the meantime..
Rest up and relax a bit now and smile :)