janemroper
05-11-2009, 07:33 PM
I'm glad I found this site - it was quite a blow the day I went to log on and couldn't find you
You may remember me - I didn't get the chance to post much before the site went though. My beloved chihuahua, Lola, had very recently been diagnosed with Cushings by my regular vet and had been prescribed Vetoryl. I actually gave her the fist pill and before deciding to seek a second opinion ay the National Veterinary College of Toulouse which is 90 minutes from me (very fortunate!)
She needed three trips and saw many students and a fair few vets. She was examined, X-Rayed, blood tested (loads), put in a black out room and had an ultraviolet light shined on her, had urine taken, skin scrapes etc etc They finally ruled out Leishmaniosis and Cushings and we went back to see the Dermatologist there today. They had already told me that an X-Ray had showed she has an enlarged fatty liver so I wasn't feeling must like celebrating, though I certainly felt relieved about the Cushings
Well the dermatologist was delighted to see just how much her hair is growing back. I had noticed this but hadn't dared believe it - thought it was just wishful thinking. She then examined her and I'm very pleased to say they have decided to take no further action and aren't in the slightest bit worried about her health or future.
They are not sure why the hair fell out but can find no medical reason. As for her liver - they aren't worried about that either. They say some dogs just have them without any perceptible effect to health. I was still concerned so they have suggested a follow up X-ray in six months
I have some drops to apply to her nape to help the hair regrowth - so much better than a lifetime's supply of Vetoryl! Thanks for your support during this - I was very touched, and you all helped far more than my real life friends at the dog club who really quite disappointed me. She's only a little scrap of fur - but she's the love of my life
I'm very relieved and thought you might like to know the end of this particular story. I'm very grateful not just for the incredible amount of information you gave me but also for your understanding and kindness. For a while you were my single most calming influence at a time when I was freaking out
I was very lucky in that these vets college trips were highly subsidised but would urge anyone who has recently been diagnosed to seek a second opinion. My regular vet really didn't do enough digging
Good luck to all of you
Jane Roper x
You may remember me - I didn't get the chance to post much before the site went though. My beloved chihuahua, Lola, had very recently been diagnosed with Cushings by my regular vet and had been prescribed Vetoryl. I actually gave her the fist pill and before deciding to seek a second opinion ay the National Veterinary College of Toulouse which is 90 minutes from me (very fortunate!)
She needed three trips and saw many students and a fair few vets. She was examined, X-Rayed, blood tested (loads), put in a black out room and had an ultraviolet light shined on her, had urine taken, skin scrapes etc etc They finally ruled out Leishmaniosis and Cushings and we went back to see the Dermatologist there today. They had already told me that an X-Ray had showed she has an enlarged fatty liver so I wasn't feeling must like celebrating, though I certainly felt relieved about the Cushings
Well the dermatologist was delighted to see just how much her hair is growing back. I had noticed this but hadn't dared believe it - thought it was just wishful thinking. She then examined her and I'm very pleased to say they have decided to take no further action and aren't in the slightest bit worried about her health or future.
They are not sure why the hair fell out but can find no medical reason. As for her liver - they aren't worried about that either. They say some dogs just have them without any perceptible effect to health. I was still concerned so they have suggested a follow up X-ray in six months
I have some drops to apply to her nape to help the hair regrowth - so much better than a lifetime's supply of Vetoryl! Thanks for your support during this - I was very touched, and you all helped far more than my real life friends at the dog club who really quite disappointed me. She's only a little scrap of fur - but she's the love of my life
I'm very relieved and thought you might like to know the end of this particular story. I'm very grateful not just for the incredible amount of information you gave me but also for your understanding and kindness. For a while you were my single most calming influence at a time when I was freaking out
I was very lucky in that these vets college trips were highly subsidised but would urge anyone who has recently been diagnosed to seek a second opinion. My regular vet really didn't do enough digging
Good luck to all of you
Jane Roper x