 Update - Penny's bile acid test results
I just want to thank all of you who responded to my question about Liver Shunts. We have the results of Penny's bile acid test - her pre-meal level was 22.8 (the vet said normal levels should be less than 10); and her post-meal level was 210.3 (normal levels should be less than 20). The vet called late last night with the results. Penny is back at home with us now, is eating well - Science Diet L/D, taking her medication, and seems to have a little more energy. At this point, we are still trying to decide what to do - take the emotional and financial risk of getting Penny surgery, or return her to the breeder to possibly never have the surgery that may save her life. Our vet has contacted Dr. Tobias at the University of Tennessee, but we have to decide if that is the best option for Penny and for us. There are just so many what ifs at this point. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers, as this is a very difficult time for us all.
Thanks,
Vickie |