Hi,
Sad, but not unexpected news from the vet today. My cat, Jasmine, is almost 15 and is hyperthyroid. Her BUN level is 38 and creatinine is 3. Is this really high or borderline? It is suggested that I start her on fluids and also a prescription diet.
How long do cats generally live once this treatment is started? I'm going to start reading up on this since I know there is alot posted both here and elsewhere.
I know the ranges of the BUN and creatinine levels, but I don't know where the numbers go as CRF progresses.
Is it easy to administer the sub-Q fluids at home? At first thought I'm sort of leery that I'd be able to do it right.
Thanks for any advice.
Keith
Sad, but not unexpected news from the vet today. My cat, Jasmine, is almost 15 and is hyperthyroid. Her BUN level is 38 and creatinine is 3. Is this really high or borderline? It is suggested that I start her on fluids and also a prescription diet.
How long do cats generally live once this treatment is started? I'm going to start reading up on this since I know there is alot posted both here and elsewhere.
I know the ranges of the BUN and creatinine levels, but I don't know where the numbers go as CRF progresses.
Is it easy to administer the sub-Q fluids at home? At first thought I'm sort of leery that I'd be able to do it right.
Thanks for any advice.
Keith