Buddy, The Mighty Lizard Hunter - Suspected Pituitary Macro Tumor

Ohhh I cannot remember but did they test Buddy to see if it was in fact related to hypoglycaemia? Pleased to hear it has not been a problem for nearly a couple of weeks yahoo :D:D That's the news we like to hear! I have fingers crossed the Pred does the trick too at reducing any inflammation and settles his neuro symptoms even further.

I like your style Kathy, your keep calm and carry on is the best possible approach to handling Buddy is so impressive, you aren't letting your own anxiety and stress impact on him!! Way to go you... I try and do that, hard as it is but I just wanted to say how much I admire you and how your care for your little darling, who knows what the next days, weeks, months, years are going to bring and all we can do is keep enjoying the time we have left with our babies and creating many many more good memories... You Rock! :D:D xxxx

Trish,
The doc's don't know if Buddy's head tremors are related to his reactive hypoglycemia or to brain swelling. He has only had one bout of full blown Hypoglycemia. That's when his legs gave way and he started walking like he was drunk, then couldn't get up at all. I gave him a little sugar water, which he lapped up greedily. Within a half hour he was up walking normally. The only way that they can hundred percent be sure of the hypoglycemia is to do a blood glucose level when the attack is actually taking place. That is next to impossible because it's dangerous to wait if low blood sugar is suspected. Neuro issues continue to escalate. His front legs buckle a lot more when he walks and his back legs don't work well. I massage his legs, which does help him move better. Thank you for the compliments Trish. I can't fix Buddy. The only thing I can do is to try to keep him happy, comfortable and mobile for as long as possible.

Good morning

Just nipping in to say hello and to see how you both are today?

Hope it's lizard hunting weather today, so the wee man gets to have some fun.

Big hug, kisses for Buddy

Mel
Xxxxx

Kathy:
Tipper is sending Buddy big hugs, and hoping he does exceptional during his trial period. We are continuing to pray for a miracle for Buddy. I am sorry to hear the neuro signs are worsening. You handle all this with such grace, and your Buddy knows you are keeping calm for his sake. God Bless You Both
Patti

Mel,
The lizards are hiding. We haven't seen any for days!:eek:;)

Hugs,
Kathy

They know the mighty lizard hunter lurks around the corner. :)

hehehe,
sharlene and molly muffin

Hi Kathy,
How is Buddy doing today? Any noticeable effects from the med combo? I hope he is feeling fine tonight. :p
Barbara :)

Big improvement in mobility and balance with just one dose. Neural deficits diminished. I just gave Buddy his second dose of prednisone with his dinner. No noticeable changes in Cushings symptoms as of yet, except Buddy seems to be drinking more water today. It's really too soon to tell. Right now he is barking at something out the front door. He has been engaged in all activities today.:)

Kathy

So far so good, Keeping fingers and paws crossed that this is the answer for "The Budster" :)

That's such good news...so glad you see a difference already! :)
Barbara