GI Problems are driving me nuts

[kjc]

Not to sound too off the wall, but it is... I would be curious to see if HBOT would work to help Lola. (Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy) They use them in small animal medicine, and they are normally used in treating wounds, bacterial infections... didn't say about fungus... but it can enhance the bodies immune system and make medicines work better. Also, pressure and higher oxygen levels may be detrimental to the fungi. I think it may be worth asking your vets about, as it is non-invasive, and portable units are in existance....

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by manolos mom

Just got a call from the specialist, Lola had to go this morning because she has developed an infection around her anal area. Very Painful, She became very sick last night. They took her blood today and Her Albumin level is UP....2.4 today they also did a cytology on her anal skin and it does not have histoplasmosis or any other bact. So thats good. She is eating and drinking on her own just having major poop area issues. My little Lola is such a fighter, I think we can beat this. Your Prayers are so appreciated. Can anyone suggest a good ecollar that will not allow her to chew this area?

So not finding the histoplasmosis or any other bact on her anal skin mean that the meds are working?

I found a great e collar at Pet Smart....inflatable and acts like a pillow. It comes in various sizes.....

[manolos mom]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

So not finding the histoplasmosis or any other bact on her anal skin mean that the meds are working?

I found a great e collar at Pet Smart....inflatable and acts like a pillow. It comes in various sizes.....

Mary, I dont want to say this too soon but I feel great about her prognosis. She has to get a b12 shot on friday and next week another antibiotic shot along with b12. She is taking Flouconazole and will stay on this for 6 months to 1 year. I know we will be starting liposome-encapsulated amphotericin B soon as she feels better. If we can get her booty feeling and looking better then I think we will lick the histo. Dont get me wrong, this girl cant hardly walk on her own. She is still gravely ill. I will check out those pillows tomorrow.

[manolos mom]

Originally Posted by kjc

Not to sound too off the wall, but it is... I would be curious to see if HBOT would work to help Lola. (Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy) They use them in small animal medicine, and they are normally used in treating wounds, bacterial infections... didn't say about fungus... but it can enhance the bodies immune system and make medicines work better. Also, pressure and higher oxygen levels may be detrimental to the fungi. I think it may be worth asking your vets about, as it is non-invasive, and portable units are in existance....

I will ask the specialist and my vet tomorrow about this. Thanks so much.

[dwerten]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

So not finding the histoplasmosis or any other bact on her anal skin mean that the meds are working?

I found a great e collar at Pet Smart....inflatable and acts like a pillow. It comes in various sizes.....

i have that one too and it works great but hard for them to drink or eat with it and not as comfortable when sleeping but if you do decide to get it get the small as xs will be too small as dd is about 7lbs and 8" neck - with her allergies i have tried them all

[Mardelin]

[QUOTE=dwerten;2982951]i have that one too and it works great but hard for them to drink or eat with it and not as comfortable when sleeping but if you do decide to get it get the small as xs will be too small as dd is about 7lbs and 8" neck - with her allergies i have tried them all [/QUOTE

I used them when my girls were spayed....neither one had problems with eating or sleeping. Not sure on the sizing for Lola since she has no muscle mass....

[Woogie Man]

Lissette, here's a collar you may be interested in. Not sure if the small would be small enough, though.

There's a phone # at the bottom of the page. You could call and ask about the fit.

Bite Not Collars, Dog Health Aids

[dwerten]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

So not finding the histoplasmosis or any other bact on her anal skin mean that the meds are working?

I found a great e collar at Pet Smart....inflatable and acts like a pillow. It comes in various sizes.....

here is the collar mary is referring to

[dwerten]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

So not finding the histoplasmosis or any other bact on her anal skin mean that the meds are working?

I found a great e collar at Pet Smart....inflatable and acts like a pillow. It comes in various sizes.....

here is the collar mary is referring to

ProCollar Inflatable Elizabethan Collar for Dogs - Health Care - Dog - PetSmart

[dwerten]

[QUOTE=Mardelin;2982978]

Originally Posted by dwerten

i have that one too and it works great but hard for them to drink or eat with it and not as comfortable when sleeping but if you do decide to get it get the small as xs will be too small as dd is about 7lbs and 8" neck - with her allergies i have tried them all [/QUOTE

I used them when my girls were spayed....neither one had problems with eating or sleeping. Not sure on the sizing for Lola since she has no muscle mass....

maybe i had it blown up way too much lol and that was the prob - did you blow yours all the way up mary?

[manolos mom]

First of all, I just want to thank all of Lola's Yorkie Talk Angels. Everyone of you are the kindest sweetest folks around. Thank You!!!!! She is doing much better. Her bum is totally healed, she is holding her BMs for 8 hours!!! They are still runny but gaining consistancy, and no blood. Her Albumin is 2.4 and she is starting to eat like a ravashing piglett. I am still feeding single food sources like ground turkey and white rice 3 to 4 times a day. She is munching on food in the middle of the night. She got a b12 shot today and will be getting more blood taken on Friday and the 2 week antibiotic shot, Convenia shot. She will continue the Flouconazole for the next 6 months as well as her other treatments should start the following monday as long as everything is funtioning. Just want to send out blessing to everyone who has been there for us. Thank you..........Lissette

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by manolos mom

First of all, I just want to thank all of Lola's Yorkie Talk Angels. Everyone of you are the kindest sweetest folks around. Thank You!!!!! She is doing much better. Her bum is totally healed, she is holding her BMs for 8 hours!!! They are still runny but gaining consistancy, and no blood. Her Albumin is 2.4 and she is starting to eat like a ravashing piglett. I am still feeding single food sources like ground turkey and white rice 3 to 4 times a day. She is munching on food in the middle of the night. She got a b12 shot today and will be getting more blood taken on Friday and the 2 week antibiotic shot, Convenia shot. She will continue the Flouconazole for the next 6 months as well as her other treatments should start the following monday as long as everything is funtioning. Just want to send out blessing to everyone who has been there for us. Thank you..........Lissette

Wow! Finally things are looking up. Lots of prayers coming your way......

Mary

[dwerten]

Great news so happy to read a great update

[5 Yorkies Mom]

Just getting back on and catching up...whew...glad to hear she is doing better

continued prayers.

[ChantalB]

Originally Posted by manolos mom

First of all, I just want to thank all of Lola's Yorkie Talk Angels. Everyone of you are the kindest sweetest folks around. Thank You!!!!! She is doing much better. Her bum is totally healed, she is holding her BMs for 8 hours!!! They are still runny but gaining consistancy, and no blood. Her Albumin is 2.4 and she is starting to eat like a ravashing piglett. I am still feeding single food sources like ground turkey and white rice 3 to 4 times a day. She is munching on food in the middle of the night. She got a b12 shot today and will be getting more blood taken on Friday and the 2 week antibiotic shot, Convenia shot. She will continue the Flouconazole for the next 6 months as well as her other treatments should start the following monday as long as everything is funtioning. Just want to send out blessing to everyone who has been there for us. Thank you..........Lissette

So glad that things are getting better for her.