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Originally Posted by Ellie May  Question:
If she is on IVs at home now, why can't she be on them at home overnight the night before the test?
At the same time I would probably not draw blood from her right now.
I would just treat it as LS until she gets stronger because it can't hurt. |
I totally agree with Ellie May. My baby girl had a liver shunt and she TOO was too small to test for a very long time because they could not draw enough blood. If your baby is not improving drastically on what they are doing, why not try the lactulose and Liver compromised diet for a day or so. If she can eliminate (poop) some of the toxins by using the lactulose and by using a special diet, you have the answer and you don't have to pay $1000. Do the test when she is stronger. Keep her on the IV to hydrate her, buy a can of Hills LD from a vet (presciption only) - blend with water if needed, and get a prescription for lactulose and have it filled at Walmart for $4.00 and try it - you should see improvement very soon. She should be pooping 2 times a day and it should be very soft - try ASAP to get those toxins out!!! You said she hasn't pooped in days - that definitely could be causing her neurological problems.
No one wants to "bitch" you out. She is lucky to have you! None of us knew any of this until our babies went through it and we learned by experience. Try the liver shunt diet and lactulose for a day and see if she improves and then go from there....do not give her anymore meat proteins...try cottage cheese, egg whites, yogurt, fresh fruit or veggies, also. My prayers and with you - I know how hard this is.