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Cat seizures
Hi all, one of my cats has been having seizures. I noticed a month or
so ago that she was accidentally bumping into objects, and thought, that is normal for cats, because all cats do this periodically. But she kept getting worse, and had a full-blown seizure (very scary) so I took her to the vet. The vet ran several tests, FIV, FIP, CBC etc. with no conclusion. My vet admitted that he wasn't very familiar with seizures in cats, but after observing a seizure while in his office said that he thinks that it is epilepsy. I have been giving my cat diazepam and she hasn't had a seizure since she started this medication. I have been told that diaezapam is really just a generic form of valium and can cause severe liver damage in cats. Has anyone here had any experience with cat seizures or epilepsy in cats? I don't want my girl to end up with liver damage from the meds but I don't want her to die from a seizure either. I am caught between a rock and a hard place, and I'm not sure what to do. I would be greatful for any advice concerning seizures or otherwise. Thank you. Hugh Jardon |
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your vet admitted that he doesn't know much about cat seizures. I would
highly recommend finding one who does. "Hugh Jardon" wrote in message om... Hi all, one of my cats has been having seizures. I noticed a month or so ago that she was accidentally bumping into objects, and thought, that is normal for cats, because all cats do this periodically. But she kept getting worse, and had a full-blown seizure (very scary) so I took her to the vet. The vet ran several tests, FIV, FIP, CBC etc. with no conclusion. My vet admitted that he wasn't very familiar with seizures in cats, but after observing a seizure while in his office said that he thinks that it is epilepsy. I have been giving my cat diazepam and she hasn't had a seizure since she started this medication. I have been told that diaezapam is really just a generic form of valium and can cause severe liver damage in cats. Has anyone here had any experience with cat seizures or epilepsy in cats? I don't want my girl to end up with liver damage from the meds but I don't want her to die from a seizure either. I am caught between a rock and a hard place, and I'm not sure what to do. I would be greatful for any advice concerning seizures or otherwise. Thank you. Hugh Jardon |
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"~*Connie*~" wrote in message ... your vet admitted that he doesn't know much about cat seizures. I would highly recommend finding one who does. "Hugh Jardon" wrote in message Oh, Connie ... notice anything odd about the OP's name? Say it five times pretty fast. Hmmm? Think maybe this is another twoll? --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.688 / Virus Database: 449 - Release Date: 5/18/2004 |
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"Mary" wrote in message .com...
"~*Connie*~" wrote in message ... your vet admitted that he doesn't know much about cat seizures. I would highly recommend finding one who does. "Hugh Jardon" wrote in message Oh, Connie ... notice anything odd about the OP's name? Say it five times pretty fast. Hmmm? Think maybe this is another twoll? PET has been smoking that herb again. Paranoia Mary? Everybody is a troll eh PET? |
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"Mary" wrote in message .com...
"~*Connie*~" wrote in message ... your vet admitted that he doesn't know much about cat seizures. I would highly recommend finding one who does. "Hugh Jardon" wrote in message Oh, Connie ... notice anything odd about the OP's name? Say it five times pretty fast. Hmmm? Think maybe this is another twoll? You remind me of my younger years when the school children would poke fun and make jokes about my name. Children will be children I guess. I came here for advice and I get called a twoll? Hugh Jardon |
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"Mary" wrote in message .com...
"~*Connie*~" wrote in message ... your vet admitted that he doesn't know much about cat seizures. I would highly recommend finding one who does. "Hugh Jardon" wrote in message Oh, Connie ... notice anything odd about the OP's name? Say it five times pretty fast. Hmmm? Think maybe this is another twoll? PET has been smoking that herb again. Paranoia Mary? Everybody is a troll eh PET? |
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"Mary" wrote in message .com...
"~*Connie*~" wrote in message ... your vet admitted that he doesn't know much about cat seizures. I would highly recommend finding one who does. "Hugh Jardon" wrote in message Oh, Connie ... notice anything odd about the OP's name? Say it five times pretty fast. Hmmm? Think maybe this is another twoll? You remind me of my younger years when the school children would poke fun and make jokes about my name. Children will be children I guess. I came here for advice and I get called a twoll? Hugh Jardon |
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"~*Connie*~" wrote in message ...
your vet admitted that he doesn't know much about cat seizures. I would highly recommend finding one who does. Thanks Connie. I have called every vet listed in my phone book they all say my vet did the right thing. I made an appointment to get a second opinion on Friday. Hugh Jardon |
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"~*Connie*~" wrote in message ... your vet admitted that he doesn't know much about cat seizures. I would highly recommend finding one who does. "Hugh Jardon" wrote in message Oh, Connie ... notice anything odd about the OP's name? Say it five times pretty fast. Hmmm? Think maybe this is another twoll? --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.688 / Virus Database: 449 - Release Date: 5/18/2004 |
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"~*Connie*~" wrote in message ...
your vet admitted that he doesn't know much about cat seizures. I would highly recommend finding one who does. Thanks Connie. I have called every vet listed in my phone book they all say my vet did the right thing. I made an appointment to get a second opinion on Friday. Hugh Jardon |
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