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Hello
Sorry to hear you are feeling down right now. That is the trouble with all this information at your finger tips it can add to the stress you are feeling
I would advise you to keep an open mind, keep the appointment. Do you need to perform both the scope and ct? Ask the IMS whether one or the other would best determine the issue
I know it's tough but hang in there, you are doing everything you can
Big hug, kisses to Tipper
Mel
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Hi Patti,
I am so sorry to hear that you're still having to deal with so many issues with Tipper. There is so much information available via the Internet regarding every issue imaginable. Unfortunately the sites often contradict each other leaving the reader even more confused.
Regarding vet prices for meds, yes it's highway robbery!:eek: I always get script and take it to either Walmart or Costco for Buddy's prescriptions. For his Trilostane, I get that online from diamondback pharmacy.
You are doing everything in your power to help Tipper. That's all any of us can do.
Sending lots of hugs and prayers your way,
Kathy and Buddy:cool:
Patti,
if the new doc thinks that Tipper can handle the scope, I would once and for all find out what is going on with her throat as scary as it is.
It might not be what you're thinking, but it's best for both of you to know what you're dealing with as well as the correct treatment options.
Crossing my fingers!
Praying for you Patti and Tipper too, what a lot to go through and then not knowing for sure what up with Tipper, goodness, sendings hugs too....
Hi Everyone:
I didn't sleep well last night and as Tuesday approaches I have so much anxiety. I have the hives I am so nervous. I have been crying all morning. The Dr. called me last night and went over everything. There is no guarantee when doing something like this that at her age she will even get up form anesthesia. I am just sick at the thoughts of this being something I cannot afford to help her with. I have never felt so helpless before. It is up to God now, and I will have to accept his will. I keep hearing her swallowing very hard and everytime I see her struggling with it, I just cry. I can barely look at her now without crying. I am so scared for her, and for me. She was restless again last night, the nasal spray from my Vet is only helping her nasal passages. The throat is another issue. I have left all my work go, and I will concentrate all my time today and tomorrow with her. It is a wonderful thing to have something you love so very much, but it can hurt terribly when you are in a situation like this. I am trying to stay positive, and not cry around her. She goes in Tuesday morning at 8:30 so we will be up and ready to go at 6:00. They said if she goes home it will not be until around 6:00 p.m. That is going to be a long gut wrenching day for me, as I will not leave there. I am taking some clothes in case I would have to stay overnight. I can just sleep in the car. I will not leave where she is. She has never been any where overnight without me. Please pray for my precious girl. I hope you all have a great day today for mothers day, hug your babies for me. Blessings
Patti
Oh Patti, I am sending you a great big hug. I cannot imagine anything going wrong, it is just unacceptable and it Shouldn't go wrong. They are just going to scope right? And have an anesthetist there for her?
Do they have to do both the scope and the CT to figure out what is going on? Do they do any kind of payment plans? Did you look into care credit?
Hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin
Hello you
Another big Hug from me too. I know it's tough the waiting and wondering till Tuesday. At least you can wait there so you can take her home as soon as she is able
I will totally be with you and sweet tipper and won't worry if you don't manage to post Tuesday night as it sounds like you both are going to have a long day
Kisses to Tipper
Mel
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Hi Patti:)
Thinking of you and Tipper as Tuesday approaches. :p The docs should be made to wait once in a while, so they know what it feels like. Praying that all goes well and you finally have some answers.
Hugs hugs and more hugs to you both,
Kathy and Buddy:cool:
Sharlene, Kathy and Mel, and Letti:
Thanks for keeping my Tipper in your thoughts. Sharlene they have to scope her throat, do a rhinosocopy, and they said the CT scan is a must. Her nose will bleed real bad when first done, I am worried about her compromised breathing already, and then with a nose bleed on top of that it scares me. She can have a nose bleed for a few days afterwards. I am just worried about driving home late it will be dark and having to assist her if her nose starts bleeding or if she vomits. I will have to find a place to pull off the road real quick, and that won't be fun in the dark. I have already packed paper towels, regular towels etc. and am using an old blanket on the seat instead of her usual one. I am taking her some soft food, chicken and rice. I am prepared ahead of time so I don't forget anything. I have enough to pay this bill, if she has to have anything else I will be in a real mess to get money. God help us that if there is anything wrong it can be fixed easily. All I ask is that I can have a few more years with her. If there was someone or something that could heal her and take all this misery away I would give them everything I own just to have her be well again. God Bless You All and all your babies
Patti
Patti-
I'm so sorry you're struggling so much. I can totally understand how difficult it is to make these decisions. You have put a lot of thought into the trip and what you'll need. I will definitely be keeping you and Tipper in my thoughts and prayers. I hope the procedure will go well and they'll be able to give Tipper some relief, and it will all be worth it.
Sending you big hugs...
Julie & Hannah