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Many heartfelt purrs coming from us to Frank and you. Hugs,
Christine "Marina" wrote in message ... I took Frank to the vet last spring for a blood test to check his thyroid level. I thought then that we wouldn't have to do that for a whole year, because he was doing so well then. But, unfortunately, lately he seems to have been losing weight. I can feel his spine when I stroke him, and his shoulderblades feel really sharp, so I suspect that he needs to increase his hyperthyroidism medication. I also think his pulse is quicker than it should be. All the symptoms he had when he was diagnosed. So, I have to take him in for a blood test again, which he hates. He used to be quite happy and confident when we visited the vet. One vet even said he was the nicest patient she had ever had. But since his hyperthyroidism was diagnosed, he's become scared of the vet, because they always prick him and draw lots of blood. If he's in good enough shape, the vet will put him under and clean his teeth, and draw the blood while he is sedated, so that would be easier (though sedation is always a different worry, especially with and elder cat like Frank). A few purrs would be greatly appreciated. -- Marina, worry-wart |
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A few purrs would be greatly appreciated.
A few purrs???? I shall be purring non-stop, extra-loud, overtime, twice the speed, etc., etc for my Frank!!! Frank, my Frank... what is wrong my love??? Worried.... Waffles (and hoomin too) ~~~~~~~~~~ This is sent from a redundant email Mail sent to it is dumped My correct one can be gleaned from h*$el***$$n*$d$ot$**s**i$$m*$m$**on**$s$@*$$a**$*o l*$*.*$$c$om*$ by getting rid of the overdependence on money and fame ~~~~~~~~~~ |
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On Tue, 26 Aug 2003 17:53:18 +0300, "Marina"
wrote: I took Frank to the vet last spring for a blood test to check his thyroid level. I thought then that we wouldn't have to do that for a whole year, because he was doing so well then. But, unfortunately, lately he seems to have been losing weight. I can feel his spine when I stroke him, and his shoulderblades feel really sharp, so I suspect that he needs to increase his hyperthyroidism medication. I also think his pulse is quicker than it should be. All the symptoms he had when he was diagnosed. So, I have to take him in for a blood test again, which he hates. He used to be quite happy and confident when we visited the vet. One vet even said he was the nicest patient she had ever had. But since his hyperthyroidism was diagnosed, he's become scared of the vet, because they always prick him and draw lots of blood. If he's in good enough shape, the vet will put him under and clean his teeth, and draw the blood while he is sedated, so that would be easier (though sedation is always a different worry, especially with and elder cat like Frank). A few purrs would be greatly appreciated. Many heartfelt purrs for Frank. Please update when you know something new. Also I wish for updates on our other sick kitties. When we don't hear anything it is like reading a book with chapters missing. best wishes to all. MLB |
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Best of luck and lots of purrs for Frank!
Jeanne Hedge, as directed by Natasha http://www.jhedge.com CompuServe Anime/Manga Forum via Your Browser - IT'S FREE! - *** http://go.compuserve.com/anime *** |
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Pookie sat in my lap for a good long time this afternoon, just to send purrs
to poor Frankie. -- Motherthing Life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving to death. - Rosalind Russell "Marina" wrote in message ... I took Frank to the vet last spring for a blood test to check his thyroid level. |
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"Marina" wrote in message ... I took Frank to the vet last spring for a blood test to check his thyroid level. I thought then that we wouldn't have to do that for a whole year, because he was doing so well then. But, unfortunately, lately he seems to have been losing weight. I can feel his spine when I stroke him, and his shoulderblades feel really sharp, so I suspect that he needs to increase his hyperthyroidism medication. I also think his pulse is quicker than it should be. All the symptoms he had when he was diagnosed. So, I have to take him in for a blood test again, which he hates. He used to be quite happy and confident when we visited the vet. One vet even said he was the nicest patient she had ever had. But since his hyperthyroidism was diagnosed, he's become scared of the vet, because they always prick him and draw lots of blood. If he's in good enough shape, the vet will put him under and clean his teeth, and draw the blood while he is sedated, so that would be easier (though sedation is always a different worry, especially with and elder cat like Frank). A few purrs would be greatly appreciated. -- Marina, worry-wart Emily and Pea are purring full tilt for Frank. Brenda |
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"Marina" wrote in message
... I took Frank to the vet last spring for a blood test to check his thyroid level. I thought then that we wouldn't have to do that for a whole year, because he was doing so well then. But, unfortunately, lately he seems to have been losing weight. I can feel his spine when I stroke him, and his shoulderblades feel really sharp, so I suspect that he needs to increase his hyperthyroidism medication. I also think his pulse is quicker than it should be. All the symptoms he had when he was diagnosed. So, I have to take him in for a blood test again, which he hates. He used to be quite happy and confident when we visited the vet. One vet even said he was the nicest patient she had ever had. But since his hyperthyroidism was diagnosed, he's become scared of the vet, because they always prick him and draw lots of blood. If he's in good enough shape, the vet will put him under and clean his teeth, and draw the blood while he is sedated, so that would be easier (though sedation is always a different worry, especially with and elder cat like Frank). A few purrs would be greatly appreciated. -- Marina, worry-wart Double doses of purrs for Sir Frank. Sam |
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"Marina" wrote in message ...
I took Frank to the vet last spring for a blood test to check his thyroid level. I thought then that we wouldn't have to do that for a whole year, because he was doing so well then. But, unfortunately, lately he seems to have been losing weight. I can feel his spine when I stroke him, and his shoulderblades feel really sharp, so I suspect that he needs to increase his hyperthyroidism medication. I also think his pulse is quicker than it should be. All the symptoms he had when he was diagnosed. So, I have to take him in for a blood test again, which he hates. He used to be quite happy and confident when we visited the vet. One vet even said he was the nicest patient she had ever had. But since his hyperthyroidism was diagnosed, he's become scared of the vet, because they always prick him and draw lots of blood. If he's in good enough shape, the vet will put him under and clean his teeth, and draw the blood while he is sedated, so that would be easier (though sedation is always a different worry, especially with and elder cat like Frank). A few purrs would be greatly appreciated. Poor Frank indeed! We are sending many purrs that he get through his TED visit with a minimum of stress, and that he checks out fine. ------ Krista |
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"Marina" wrote So, I have to take him in for a blood test again, which he hates. Well, we are happily back home again, though Frank is still a bit wobbly in the legs. The vet thought he looked fine enough to sedate him a little and clean his teeth. They took the blood while he was under, so we didn't have a terrible struggle this time. Though he did fight the sedative - he absolutely refused to go to sleep. Poor boy, he just hid his head in my armpit and stayed determinedly awake. Finally he couldn't stand any longer, so they could start cleaning his teeth. When they brought him out, he was coming around, and before he had quite woken up, he started talking and making the strangest sounds. And he didn't stop for the next three hours! I took him to work so I could keep an eye on him, but I just couldn't stay there with him, because he kept talking and talking and wobbling around my office. So I brought him home, and here, he stopped talking. I will get the results at the end of this week or beginning of next. At least he has clean teeth and minty fresh breath now (actually, strawberry fresh). Thank you all for your purrs, I think it was harder on me than it was on Frank, and smoochies to Waffles - hope she likes strawberry. ;o) -- Marina |
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On Tue, 26 Aug 2003 17:53:18 +0300, "Marina"
wrote: If he's in good enough shape, the vet will put him under and clean his teeth, and draw the blood while he is sedated, so that would be easier (though sedation is always a different worry, especially with and elder cat like Frank). A few purrs would be greatly appreciated. Oh my goodness, many purrs coming immediately for poor Frank. (And for you too Marina) Hope all goes well, and keep us posted. Jennie, Xena and Callisto |
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