Buddy, The Mighty Lizard Hunter - Suspected Pituitary Macro Tumor

[Fellasmom]

Kathy
Just wanted to say hello and that I'm thinking of you and Buddy.So frustrating with all the allergies-poor Buddy and poor Mom!!Glad his tummy issues are resolving and hopefully he is not allergic to pumpkin.Glad to hear that you are seeing improvements with the combo drug.I've been trying to catch up with the threads here so I may have missed something but I thought I read that you have determined that Buddy's tremors are a result of a hypoglycemic episode?I was just curious as I thought the tremors are what led the docs to suspect a macro.I'm glad that the corn syrup worked so well.Buddy must be so happy that you'll have the whole summer to spend with him and it must be a huge relief to you!Hope Buddy is having a good day and that you get the meds/allergies straightened out!
Patty

[Budsters Mom]

Patty,
It is all a little confusing trying to pick up with my thread now. As it turns out, the tremors are caused by reactive hypoglycemia episodes. Buddy's advancing neural deficits led to his macro diagnosis. Allergies and stomach issues also add complications. You are pretty much caught up now.

Buddy's stomach is settling (with the pumpkin) and we both had a more rested night. His allergies (runny nose, sneezing, wheezing) are still running rapid. I'm really hoping that he's not allergic to the pumpkin! No scratching or feet licking as of yet. My Summer break officially begins on Thursday
Hugs,
Kathy

[addy]

Happy Summer Break.

Sorry if I scared you about the SEB, I just wanted you to know, maybe it will be fine. I know one of our work pups takes pred for his seasonal allergies and it helps him. I was hoping the pred would help Buddy's allergies too as a side benefit.

Maybe the grass pollen is really bad now. I get really bad when the grass pollen is in high gear, usually lasts here in WI until mid July.

[Budsters Mom]

No Addy, You did not scare me. Thank you for alerting me! I need all the help I can get, as Buddy is a highly allergic little man. Once I get a handle on this bout, I might try the Slippery Elm in a very small amount. I need to make sure that the pumpkin isn't causing his current allergy symptoms first. You know how important it is to test each new thing individually. I hope the pumpkin is okay, because it has helped his tummy settle with all the meds. Thanks again Addy. Always clue me in when you think there is something I should know. It is always appreciated.
Hugs,
Kathy

[Budsters Mom]

It looks like the pumpkin is a no go. I gave Buddy a little pumpkin with his dinner and he started wheezing a few minutes later. His allergy symptoms have gotten worse since I started the pumpkin. It is supposed to be one of the safe foods for dogs who need a hypoallergenic diet. Tell that to Buddy, would ya! I find something that helps to settle his stomach and he can't have it because of allergies. FRUSTRATED and CONFUSED
Kathy

[Harley PoMMom]

Hey Kathy, what about ginger or ginger root? It is known for calming an upset tummy.

[Budsters Mom]

Lori,
Do you buy it in capsules or as a spice to sprinkle on food? I'll Google it and see what I can find out. Thanks,
Kathy

[knitbunnie]

I am sorry to hear that the pumpkin has caused an allergic reaction. It seem so darned unfair. I'll have a chat with Buddy if you'll have one with Pia!

[Trixie]

Gee Buddy....no pumpkin for you? Poor guy he really is having a bout with his allergies isn't he? You said his tummy has been unsettled... is it bloating and gas? He doesn't have diarrhea or vomiting does he? How has his appetite been?
It's too bad the PepcidAC doesn't help him..we have really good luck with that.
Ginger is supposed to be good for digestion and allergies but I have no idea how one might give it to a dog-or if it would be the right thing. Wish I knew what might help!

Barbara

[Budsters Mom]

Barbara,
His tummy gets upsets due to all of his meds. Hi tummy rumbles, he burps constantly and he's unable to settle to lie down and sleep. He is eating normally and his poops are good. It is more an indigestion thing.the pumpkin has really helped with that, but his nose runs continuously, he wheezes and struggles to breathe. I find something to help with one problem, then another develops from it. Allergies are a huge pain in the butt!
Kathy