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Originally Posted by fifilame  This is a follow up to my previous 2 "Lethargic Yorkie" threads. After 2 1/2 months, we have a diagnosis. We still believe she has the false pregnancy, which is another issue entirely. For anyone who has not seen my previous threads, my little Gucci has been extremely lethargic, tilting her head constantly, and cries out sometimes when you pick her up. We finally got referred to a neurologist and he determined she has AtlantoAxial instability. No wonder she was in so much pain...the doctor said most dogs in her condition usually can't even walk. Unfortunately, the neuro in Miami is so new, he doesn't have all the equipment yet to do the surgery and he is wonderful - I wish he could do it but she cannot wait to have it done. So it looks like we are headed up to Jacksonville for a neuro/specialist up there to do the surgery. Please pray for my little angel. She is the sweetest, most gentle, loving dog I have ever had and it breaks my heart seeing her like this and knowing what she will have to go through. Has anyone else gone through this surgery or know anything about it? I've heard that little dogs are much riskier to do - she is 4.2 lbs. |
First of all, I want to say how sorry I am about Gucci. I know this is terrifying for you the unknown. What is going to happen, will she make it through what will she be like afterwards.
We have a wonderful support group on Yahoo called AAI, I'll put out an email to Val and everyone to be alerted about your baby.
My Shelby has AAI with several other congenital defects but she had a successful surgery 1.9 months ago. She innocently slipped off the couch, went into a seizure. My life stopped at that point all I could think of and focus was her. She was rushed to the ER just 5 mins away, then the next day to Akron Emergency Hospital, wasnt pleased with his laid back attitude. Then became acquainted with Metropolitan Hospital and Dr Tod Axlund. What a God send he and his staff during this time.
Please have hope, she will get through surgery. Actually Gucci weights 1lb more then Shelby at the time of surgery. These Neurosurgeons who are experienced in this surgery know what they are doing. If you would like you can email Dr. Axlund for a referral to where your going. He is know across the states. There are only a few of them. Or I can contact him for you.
We are here for you, will stand by you while you and Gucci go through this. Please have hope, we pray together, light candles, and will give you our experience to carry you though!
God BLess and protect you both, may he encircle his loving arms around you and give you strengh