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Patti, I'm so sorry that your Lupus has flared up. I hope that can get better.
Thinking of you and Tipper.
hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin
Praying for you and Tipper too!!
Hi Everyone:
Well I called Dechra yesterday and explained the dilemma of Tipper being hungry and me not knowing if it is the cut back on food, or the cortisol rising. They told me I must test her before she can be put under, which I knew. I called the Vet and made arrangements to take her Monday at 11:00 for an ACTH. We need to get it back by Wednesday as I may have to cancel her IMS appt. depending on the results. I need to make sure she is safe above all other things. This is another added expense I did not count on so, I guess I better get out some crackers to eat this month! I do believe it is the cushings as she is drinking more water. I will let you all know her numbers when we get them on Wednesday. It is a shame this happened as the hospital called and said they could take her Monday instead. Told them I couldn't come, as she needed to be retested to see her cortisol level. Just when you think things are on an even keel a curve ball comes at you. I have dealt with a lot of medical issues during my time, with family members etc. but never anything as horrible as this disease can be. I hope Tipper's cortisol is not out of control, and that we can find out her breathing problem. She had mucus in both eyes this morning as I did not do the Benedryl last night. God Bless Us All and all our babies.
Patti
I'm glad that you got the right answer in time to reschedule Tipper's appointment! Try to relax and enjoy the weekend.
Hey Patti
Sorry you have hit another bump, best to be safe, fingers crossed the results are in before the 11th
I do think the vetoryl causes some congestion as I saw it myself with Tia. This disease is so complicated so I think you are doing the best for Tipper by checking it out, let's hope it doesn't cost as much so you can dine on more than crackers this month
Hope you both have a relaxing fun weekend
Big hug, kiss for sweet tipper
Mel
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good morning patti !!! i just wanted to pop in to wish you and tipper a peaceful,easy weekend.... patty(milo)meka xoxox
Hi Everyone:
Just a little update. Tipper was not real great yesterday. She paced a lot and was forcing me to feed her early by moaning, and getting into mischief to get my attention. I am sure her cortisol is rising as this is the same behavior she exhibited before when her cortisol was still to high. I t makes me a nervous wreck as she wants food all the time and I can't give it to her, she is the kind of persistant dog that will not let things go. She will keep on bugging you until she gets her food. It was an exhausting day to say the least. She was doing so well now this had to come up. Last night she was very restless also, was having trouble breathing, and wanted to get up at 5:00a.m. I know it is the cortisol, as when we finally got it under control all this had stopped. I noticed her starting all the licking etc too. If she has to go onto 40mg I guess I will be buying a 30 and a 10mg. I just do not want to have it compounded. So that will double the cost per month. It seems like you can never win even the tiny battles with this disease, it always roars back with a vengence. I have done nothing but cry, as I can see my girl get sucked in further and further by this disease every day. I will be on pins and needles waiting to here her results from the lab, although I am resigned to the fact that the cortisol is rising. Tipper has to go for a laser therapy treatment on Tuesday. She has to have touch ups every 4-6 weeks to keep up her initial therapy. I am going to get a bag packed up, in case she still is going to the hospital on Thursday so I am ready and don't forget anything. God Bless Us All, and all the babies we so willingly care for.
Patti, did Dechra say where they wanted Tipper's numbers to be prior to surgery?
Zoe was 7.1 or 7.2 and our surgeon and IMS okayed her for surgery but she had a spinal block as well so they did not need to use a lot of anesthesia, which is a different situation from Tipper.
I was concerned about Zoe having enough cortisol to handle the stress of surgery so we did not give her her Vetoryl the morning of surgery but we did resume it that night. I saw a definite spike in her cortisol after surgery and it took almost two months to come back down.
I am concerned for you and Tipper if you would have to increase Tipper's dose and then do surgery at the same time. I did that with Zoe last summer and that was just a minor surgery and I did not know which end was up.:o:o
I'm just a worry wart is all:o:o
Addy:
Dechra didn't give me any numbers for Tipper. When I get them Wednesday I will call them asap. I will also post them as I am wanting your opinion before proceeding with anything. If nothing else I will call Wednesday and postpone the hospital procedure. I am beyond a nervous wreck at this point. God Bless You and your baby.
Patti