Calcinosis Cutis and Cushings (Peety has passed)

[molly muffin]

I am going to wait for Leslie and the others to chime in as they know more about some of the natural things, but I wouldn't be adverse to trying it at all. No place to get it in the states? I wonder if Trish knows something about it, she's in New Zealand.
How exciting. So do you have some links? Wanna read it too. LOL

hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

[labblab]

This is the first I've heard about Manuka Honey, but here's an interesting link to an article on WebMD that talks about its healing properties when used on the skin. And yup, looks as though there are several outlets for it here in the U.S.

http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/m...medicinal-uses

Marianne

[molly muffin]

Looks like they have it on amazon.com but I guess you'd want to make sure that you were getting the right one that has the properties that are needed for Peety's skin.
It does sound like it could be beneficial, won't break the bank to try at least.
huggers,
Sharlene

[Peety's Fur-mom]

Thanks guys, I worry sometimes that you guys think I'm nuts. But I honestly believe that there are ways to treat without chemicals and toxins. I have read so many links, including WedMD and it's all positive. Even saw pictures of some amazing results. And no, I am not so gullible to believe everything, but I have read from some reliable sources. Dr. Oz usually doesn't jump on a band wagon unless he is 100% sold. And WebMD is a very reliable source. Yes, there are places in the US, just trying to find the right place. Want to get a medical grade that has a UMF(Unique Manuka Factor) of at least 15. I even found a receipe for a facial

The video I watched with Prof. Molan was very compelling and it obviously has been his life's work to bring this amazing product and it's medicinal properties to the forefront. I am excited and I don't think it was an accident. I was praying all day that God would reveal something to me. (I was really depressed earlier, scared really). I came home determined to find something. I kept looking at Peety through my tears and I just promised him I would find something. When I found that link, I was so excited I told him I found something. He looked at me like...I have a crazy mom I'll see if I can post the link to Prof Molan. It's very encouraging. I'm excited for Peety, but hey, it has great potential for ending up in my medicine cabinet too. Thanks for not thinking I'm crazy. Hugs..
Pat Peety's#1 fan

[Peety's Fur-mom]

youtube has the video for Dr Oz as well as Prof Peter Molan. Google Manuka honey for wound care. There's so many great things it is used for.

[molly muffin]

awwww, no way, we don't think you are crazy at all. If you're crazy, then so are the rest of us, so guess we're all in good company.
I think it sounds very positive and if it helps Peety then that is even better. Hey I might try it to, I could use a good facial sometimes too. Let me know what you find. I'll check out youtube later on. I did watch a couple earlier tonight, but didn't put in wound, just put in manuka honey.
We're always willing to learn something new here. Anything that can help is good to know.

hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

[Squirt's Mom]

Manuka Honey is GREAT for many things! I don't understand exactly the difference between the Manuka and raw/local honey or commercial honeys but there is something different about it for sure. The herbalists and holistic folks I deal with rave about it and have used it in a variety of situations with success. Those that did not succeed, weren't worsened by the honey. Believe it or not, honey is one of the things used to make herbal medicines. Certain herbs can be added to honey for extraction then the honey strained and used. Those made with Manuka Honey are apparently more potent than any other honey. Honey is also added to herbal alcohol preparations to make Elixirs and again the Manuka seems to make more potent potions.

I would certainly try it! If it doesn't help, you have a great sweetener for your teas at the very least.

[Peety's Fur-mom]

I am depressed and disturbed and distraught.... The results were positive. At least that was what the Dr. concluded. I don't have the test results, but he said something about a range of something that should be no higher than 16 and his was 20. Again I don't know what that was. I was wondering how conclusive the test was based only on a 2 hour test. I was expecting more testing. Anyway, having said that....he still believes I should go to UF. And he admitted he has not had alot of Cushing dogs in his 43 yrs of practice. I asked, if I did that, would he still see him for the maintenance stage. He was somewhat vague. After talking for a while, he "wished me luck". He wished me luck!!! and what the heck does that mean? Is he done with us? Is he unable to even treat him if UF does all the work? I was fighting back tears because now the only person who has at least a working knowledge of Peety's case has now told me "good luck" with whatever you decide to do. Geeze!!! I am not believing this. I also told him about the Manuka honey and he did agree that it does have amazing medicinal properties. But by now I am not impressed because I was the one who did all the research and I now know I don't have to have him approve of it. He said UF may decide to do all their own test, which is probably the case, which means whatever he did is a mute point.

What a disappointing day. I was at work when I got the call and so I choked back tears all day until I could be home with Peety and my own thoughts about what happened. I know I need someone locally that can see him when he needs to be seen for whatever the reason is. Preferrably someone with a tad bit more knowledge in this area. If I go to UF, I may get answers but I can't run back and forth to Gainesville when Peety has a flair up. I am more disappointed with the Dr, than I am the diagnosis and that's pretty bad. If I go to another Dr locally I am sure they will want to do all their own test, and that's just more $ that still has not produced a treatment plan for Peety.

Well, I ordered the Manuka Honey and I am hoping to have it by the weekend. I can't see how it wouldn't work, but I know I need to get to the real reason his skin continues this unrelenting nightmare.

HELP HELP HELP!!! I have to make good decisions. I have to!!!! You guys are so supportive and you have seen and heard it all I am sure. So I would love to hear any thoughts. Thanks heaps....

Pat Peety's #1 fan

[molly muffin]

Okay, sweetie, you need a great big super group hug and I'm here to start it!
so... GROUP HUG

Okay, now you're on a good road with the manuka honey, so that is something to start out with.

The next thing you need to do is make an appointment to "talk" to the vet and make sure that they know that you will need copies of all test results for Peety going back (how long ago did this start? however long that is) I asked for 2 years for my molly, but it can be whatever you want it to be. Discuss with him thoroughly what all the test results seem to mean and if he is going to be comfortable treating Peety for regular things, and is does he feel okay about doing any tests at the intervals suggested by UF.

That will at least let you have a face to face with him and see where he stands. I do get that the "good luck" is equivalent sounding of "good bye" and if you do not want to talk to him, then still you need to call the vet office and tell them you will be coming by to pick up his entire folder copy with all test results because you'll need it going forward.

Come home and then type out high/low abnormal results with range given. We will look over the test with you. No worries there.

Now if you do not want to try with this vet, you have two options.

1) One is to go to UF first, with the copy of his file in hand, and let them do their tests and ask for a recommendation to a local vet that they have worked with previously.

2) The other is to call around and find a vet who has worked with UF and is familiar with cushings.

Okay, you have some homework and yes, this totally sucks, but at least he told you first before heading into something he isn't comfortable treating and making an error. (the positive way to look at it)

You are NOT alone, never, ever, when you have us. I know it seems like it, but you aren't. We are going to get this figured out.

Now, back into the GROUP HUG there you go.

Hang in there. You CAN do this.
hugs,
Sharlene and Molly Muffin

[Trish]

Maybe it was just a "good luck" for trip to IMS. I hope so, otherwise that is very poor form on his part. I bet you cannot wait until you see the specialists to get to the bottom of this


We grew up here in NZ eating Manuka Honey on our toast!!

It has turned into quite an industry for beekeepers. I did a quick search and found this article which I hope helps. I know some health care professionals including in wound care do use it at times. Worth a shot I would think, hope it goes well for Petey and helps his skin

http://researchcommons.waikato.ac.nz/handle/10289/7459