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Originally Posted by abbie506  Griffin has not improved, and I am waiting for the bile
acid test this morning.
He has been hospitalized and on I.V. Fluids, with
Lactulose...or Lactose, can't remember I am so upset.
My vet said, the Lactulose can bind to proteins and with
low protein diets he may do well.
Has anyone used this Lactulose?
I am on four days with little to no sleep and very
emotional....
Wouldn't you know, it would be the one dog after all these years...that I would have such a strong bond with , that would be sick......
As much as I love my little guy...I need to do what is best for him.
Any and all suggestions I value from this group.
Thank you
Abbie506 |
Hang in there. If he has a Liver Shunt or MVD it's not a death sentence, just gotta get to the bottom of it and onto the right path.
Yes, low protein diet (RC Heaptic LS 14) is a good choice. Lactulose is great too! He may need to be on it daily and perhaps with a low dose of antib's as well.
Feeding 5 to 6 small meals a day (spread out) and lots of water help to control the HE episodes. If he refuses to eat, Children's Vanilla Pedisure w/fiber helps to maintain them until they start to feel better and want to eat the kibble.
Please keep us posted!
