15 year old cat losing weight

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Timmy and Madison are beautiful! :)  I'd have guessed hyperthyroid as well, but only the tests will tell. I hope the results go as well as they can! Glad to hear you had a good vet experience as well.
 
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I got the test results today and all the tests came back perfect. Now I have to do GI labs that need to be sent to Texas. Thank you for the nice comment about Timmy and Madison. The test is being done Tuesday and he has to fast for 12 hours. Has anyone had this test
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Sounds like a test for pancreatitis.  The one done at Texas A & M is the best one for pancreatitis.   The test was done on my IBD kitty when he was very ill and his came back negative.
 
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It didn't take long.  I don't remember exactly how long it took but I remember being surprised at how quickly the results were back.
 

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Good luck and let us know how the GI test goes. Sending good vibes and wishes. 
 
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It seems like Madison is going to have to get vitamin B12 shots. Does anyone know how often he would get these and the cost?
 
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Madison has EPI it's very rare in cats. My vet said this is the first cat she has ever seen that has it.
 

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I haven't heard of that before.  Is it treatable?  
 
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Will be treating it with viokase-v and vitamin B12 shots
 
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His pancreas is not making enzymes which is why Madison can't absorb nutrition from his food
 

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I did a very quick Google search and the Viokase-V powder is expensive.  It's about $225.00 for four ounces and it's administered at every feeding.  I looked for the equivalent on the Canadian pet meds sites and didn't see it.  I suspect that the Viokase-V is the brand name and that the same thing is available in a generic. 

I don't know what your finances are, but if you're looking to save a little money you might call 1800PetMeds along with a few Canadian sources and talk to them.  It couldn't hurt.

And, by the way, you're a wonderful, wonderful custodian to your two very lucky cats.

They are blessed to have you.
 

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I've heard about getting meds from Canada too and that they are a lot cheaper than in the US.  That's a great idea!
 
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I lost my 16 year old baby Timmy to kidney failure. She was only 3 pounds but was a tough girl. Fought this for 2 1/2 years. Love you baby girl, I'll miss you.
 
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